This week I took a day for myself at my favourite spot – The Retreat at Elcot Park in Berkshire. I know I mention it often, but it really is my haven from the busyness of life. I’d booked the afternoon off for a swim, some time in the spa and a much-needed massage. The
Nature
Nature, the Body, and Learning to Listen Again
Little Piece of Wonder has always been about paying attention, noticing the little things and the wonder in those. When I first started writing here, I wasn’t thinking in therapeutic terms. I just knew that nature steadied me. That when life felt loud, busy or overwhelming, something as simple as walking, sketching, noticing or sitting
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Nature
The Profound Benefits of Nature Connection
From reducing stress and improving mental health to fostering creativity and promoting physical well-being, the benefits of nature connection are vast and scientifically supported.
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Wholehearted Living Series
Katharina Geissler-Evans; Heiter magazine
Welcome to the fourth interview in my Wholehearted Living Series where I talk to inspiring people about living a more authentic, creative and connected life inspired by nature, the seasons and what they’re most passionate about. I’m really happy to introduce you to the wonderfully talented Katharina Geissler-Evans. Katharina (or Kiki) is the founder and
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Wellbeing
The wonder of a wander by Alan Coxon
The multiplicity of benefits of going for a walk are now well documented. Walking is a form of exercise that is accessible to most, for free, and even a moderate amount of walking performed reasonably regularly has both immediate and long-lasting beneficial effects. However, it seems that there are dangers to be observed. The dangers
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Wholehearted Living Series
Jennie Pinkhart; Eve & Keel
Welcome to the third interview in my Wholehearted Living Series where I talk to some inspiring people about living a more authentic, creative and connected life inspired by nature, the seasons and what they’re most passionate about. Let me introduce you to the wonderful Jennie Pinkhart. Jennie is an aromatherapist based in Cambridge and founder
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Seasonal living
Winter self-care
This year has been a lot hasn’t it? I have days when I feel like my head will explode with information overload from all that’s going on in the world. I often experience a cacophony of emotions all in one day: fear, uncertainty, anxiety, hope, joy, exhaustion, boredom. But, most of all I miss my
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Seasonal Living Series
Summer – Water, movement & nature
It’s been a pretty crazy few months, which is why I haven’t written for a while. Last time I wrote about Spring and slow rejuvenation, and I expected that by now, well into Summer I would have found my mojo and be firing on all cylinders. However, in April I found out I was pregnant!
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Wholehearted Living
Gemma David; The Quiet Heart
Welcome to the first in my Wholehearted Living Series where I talk to some inspiring people about living a more authentic, creative and connected life inspired by nature, the seasons and what they’re most passionate about. Let me introduce you to the lovely Gemma David of The Quiet Heart. Gemma is an Acupuncturist and meditation