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Blending soulful insight, dry wit, and hard-earned real-world wisdom, these articles offer more than just feel-good inspiration — they’re field guides for anyone who’s found themselves standing at a crossroads or stuck in a life crisis. Whether you’re navigating an empty nest, a career change, a major loss, or just a nagging sense that your life needs a rewrite, you’ll find thoughtful guidance, gentle provocation, and the occasional laugh — all aimed at helping you rediscover clarity, reclaim your purpose, and set off in a new, more aligned direction.
- The Kingdom of Eternal Night
We have another Wordweavers meeting (one of my two writing groups) today and the theme that we have to write a 1000-word story about is “Black.” Both reading and writing have long been effective stress management strategies for me, so writing this story was no hardship for me. I did, however, want to try something … - Hosting Retreats as a Wounded HealerSummary: The Paradox of Healing Others While Healing Yourself Hosting retreats as a wounded healer isn’t just beneficial—it’s transformative. For the host, it offers personal growth and professional empowerment, and the profound joy of witnessing transformation. For participants, wounded healers provide unmatched empathy, hard-won wisdom, genuine vulnerability, and the living proof that survival is possible. …
- The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené BrownAn Unconventional Book Review I’ve always believed in lifting other writers up—and one of the ways I do that is by sharing book reviews. I focus on the books that have truly shaped how I live, work, and support people through transitions. These aren’t just summaries; they’re stories of how certain ideas can shift the …
- 5 Common Time Management Mistakes That Are Secretly Sabotaging Your Peace of MindQuick Summary Tackling time management mistakes isn’t about squeezing yet more into your already busy day—it’s about creating space for what matters. This article explores five critical mistakes that transform productivity systems into stress machines: the multitasking myth, perfectionist planning, the “yes” addiction, technology overwhelm, and energy ignorance. Through Simone’s transformative story and practical exercises, …
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- Why Understanding Why You’re in the Room is More Important Than Being the Smartest One in ItSummary In our achievement-obsessed culture, we’re conditioned to believe that being the smartest person in the room equals success. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: intelligence without purpose is like a Ferrari without a destination—impressive, but ultimately pointless. Understanding why you’re in the room—your unique contribution, your authentic voice, your deeper purpose—transforms you from a passive …
- The Great Retreat Debate: Best Retreat- Home or Hotel?Quick Summary Choosing your best retreat: a hotel/resort retreat or a home-hosted retreat? Hotels offer polished professionalism, extensive amenities, and worry-free logistics, while home retreats provide intimate connections, personalised attention, home-cooked meals, and authentic experiences at a fraction of the cost. Your choice depends on whether you prioritise luxury convenience or meaningful connection and customisation. …
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- Solo Female Travel to southwest FranceA Woman’s Guide to Travelling Confidently to a Camino de Santiago Walking Retreat Quick Summary Solo female travel to a Camino de Santiago walking retreat in Southwest France is easier than you think. This guide shows you exactly how to navigate from Toulouse to your retreat destination via train to Auch and bus to Nogaro, …
- Your First Solo Travel Adventure: A Woman’s Guide to Travelling the World with ConfidenceQuick Summary Solo travel isn’t just about seeing new places—it’s about discovering who you are when nobody’s watching. This guide will help first-time solo female travellers move from fear to freedom, offering practical tips, emotional support, and the confidence-building tools you need to embark on your first international adventure. You’ll learn why renting a car …
- Self-sabotage in Slow MotionSummary High performance without recovery isn’t sustainable—it’s self-sabotage in slow motion. This article explores why our obsession with constant productivity is actually undermining our long-term success, health, and happiness. Through the compelling story of Lawrence Edgar, a high-achieving executive who learned this lesson the hard way, we’ll discover why rest isn’t the enemy of achievement—it’s …
- If Exhaustion is your Default Setting…That’s not ambition. That’s your body begging for a reboot. Summary We’ve been sold a lie about exhaustion. Society tells us that bone-deep tiredness is a badge of honour, proof of our dedication and ambition. But what if that isn’t true? What if it’s your body’s desperate SOS signal, begging for the reboot you’ve been …
- The Credibility Gap: Why Are Women Still Taken Less Seriously Than Men?The Credibility Gap – the invisible barriers that persist in our modern world Quick Summary Introduction Picture this: You’re in a boardroom. The quarterly numbers are grim, and everyone’s looking for solutions. Sarah, the VP of Sales with fifteen years of experience, presents a comprehensive turnaround strategy. Polite nods. A few questions. Then Marcus, fresh …
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- Walking as Medicine: What 10 km a Day Does for the your BrainIntroduction The morning air is cool, almost crisp, as the first light spills over the rolling vineyards of southwest France. The crunch of gravel underfoot is steady, rhythmic—like a heartbeat syncing with nature itself. Somewhere in the distance, a church bell rings, calling pilgrims and locals alike into the new day. It’s a far cry …
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- What Does It Mean to Be Yourself at Work?Summary To be yourself at work isn’t about showing up in your pyjamas or sharing every personal detail with colleagues. It’s about finding the sweet spot between professional competence and authentic expression—bringing your genuine strengths, values, and personality into your work while respecting workplace boundaries. This delicate balance can transform not just your job satisfaction, …
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- In the New ArtificiaI Intelligence Era, Dare We Reveal Our Vulnerability?The future belongs to those who can integrate human vulnerability with technological power Our imperfections are features, not bugs, in an increasingly automated world The Question That Defines Our Future In a world where artificial intelligence can write poetry, diagnose diseases, and predict market trends with superhuman precision, what exactly makes us human? As AI …
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- Can We Be Vulnerable and Invincible At The Same Time?Key Points: Opening Pandora’s box Lately, I have been wondering about this. Is it possible to reveal our vulnerability without losing our influence? If it is, does that mean that everything we’ve been told about power is wrong? We live in a world that whispers a persistent lie: that to be powerful, you must be …
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- Can You Be Kind and Set Firm Boundaries at the Same Time?Quick Summary: The Heart of the Matter Introduction: The Paradox That’s Actually a Partnership What if I told you that the most loving thing you could do for someone is to disappoint them? Sounds counterintuitive, doesn’t it? We’ve been conditioned to believe that kindness means saying yes, accommodating, smoothing over rough edges, and putting everyone …
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Ready to start again, stronger than ever before? This quiz will help you find out. It is not just about measuring where you are right now; it’s about shining a light on the areas of your life that feel meaningful, as well as those that might need attention. It’s an opportunity to reflect, recalibrate, and take steps toward a life that’s not only successful but profoundly fulfilling. Take The Quiz
Author Bio: Dr Margaretha Montagu – described as a “game changer”, “gifted healer”, “guiding light” and “life-enriching author” – is an experienced medical doctor, a certified NLP practitioner, a medical hypnotherapist, an equine-assisted psychotherapist (EAGALAcertified) and a transformational retreat leader who guides her clients through life transitions – virtually, or with the assistance of her Friesian and Falabella horses, at their home in the southwest of France.