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Join me for a guided journaling workshop

This Saturday at 12 midday, I'm hosting a spring-themed online journaling event on Zoom. Register to join. 🖋️

Apr 29 •

Francesca Specter

A valuable lesson in putting yourself out there

Inspired by the tale of the Two Cupcake Woman.

Apr 24 •

Francesca Specter

April recommendations: Books, podcasts, films & other bits

Jilly Cooper’s favourite author, movies to inspire a new start + plastic-free dishwasher tablets. Plus, why rejection hits so hard. A cultural…

Apr 20 •

Francesca Specter

I should have made it work – and other unhelpful things we tell ourselves

Unpacking past relationships over a Sunday roast. Plus, a quick favour to ask.

Apr 17 •

Francesca Specter

There are no goodies or baddies

Watching shows like The White Lotus can make us better people.

Apr 10 •

Francesca Specter

Most Popular

Issue #57: The great flaking debate

Dec 7, 2023 • Francesca Specter

Issue #87: IKEA, and the myth of compartmentalisation

Sep 26, 2024 • Francesca Specter

Issue #60: The simple life lesson I learnt on my yoga retreat (that has nothing to do with yoga)

Jan 11, 2024 • Francesca Specter

Issue #50: Reflecting on my early thirties, so far

Oct 19, 2023 • Francesca Specter

The Shoulds by Francesca Specter

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