Cocooned
Every journey to recovery has its setbacks, unbearable times of slipping backwards when it's hard to keep faith and hope alive.
Healing Through Growing Blog
Finding Calm in the Storm
Against apocalyptic headlines, my garden is a refuge and source of perspective and solace.
Resilience
In uncertain times a garden can be a source of food security as well as emotional well-being.
Between Isolation and Community
The coronavirus has turned life upside down and created strange contrasts between physical isolation and a widespread resurgence of the need for community. It has given me much food for thought on my own tightrope journey back to a healthy balance between self-care and care for others.
Blooming in Winter
What is life without the hope that you can flourish despite the hardness of life?
Growing and Eating a Rainbow
Eating well should never be a chore. Growing your own food can transform a dull 5 a day meal into a delicious as well as a nutritious and satisfying experience.
My illness has meant that I have had to give up my work and so I am now looking to find a new career through my writing. If you have enjoyed this page and would like to encourage me to produce more, click the coffee cup below to make a small donation; no strings, no fuss, just a little, 'Thanks, keep it up.'
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I have categorised my blogs by the 8 segments of the wheel of life, as identified by The Chrysalis Effect. These need to be addressed and balanced for effective healing and sustained good health. Click on the Categories tab to search through these, or the Tags tab for more detailed searches.
All of the photos that accompany my blogs are my own. I find that taking a camera out with me helps me to notice so much more of the beauty and detail of the world around me. When I've taken a photo I try to stop and watch whatever I've been snapping, so I appreciate it in real life and not just through the lens.
