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The Importance of Connection
In my latest video, which you can watch here , I spend some time at one of my favourite places in my hometown: Shrewsbury Indoor Market. It’s a space full of colour, creativity and warmth, and at Christmas it feels especially alive. Wandering through the stalls, chatting with passionate independent traders, and soaking up the friendly atmosphere is always uplifting. Places like this naturally bring people together, which makes the market a perfect setting for reflecting on so

Sarah
Jan 7


Why Do We Care About What Other People Think of Us?
Have you ever spent time ruminating over your words and actions after spending time with other people? Or stopped yourself from speaking up, trying something new or being fully yourself because you were worried about how others might judge you? Well you're not alone, and there’s a good psychological reason for it. In our latest video, which you can find here , George talks about why we worry so much about other people's opinions, the problems with people-pleasing, and what ex

Sarah
Dec 14, 2025


The Joy of Giving
In my latest video, which you can watch here , I talk about the beauty of my home town of Shrewsbury in Shropshire, and how it's especially magical at Christmas time. The spirit of the festive season leads quite nicely into the joy of giving, and how kindness is so important for wellbeing. Kindness is often seen as something optional or secondary, but scientific research shows that it's a really powerful contributor to happiness and overall wellbeing, for both the giver and t

Sarah
Dec 13, 2025
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