The Shoulds by Francesca Specter

The Shoulds by Francesca Specter

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I should... play it cool
What dating taught me about adult friendmaking (and vice versa).
Oct 16, 2025 • Francesca Specter
I should... keep at it
On trusting the process, inspired by my skincare regime.
Oct 9, 2025 • Francesca Specter
I should... do it for my future 89-year-old
Or, why I flew to Seoul when my heart wanted to go to M&S.
Oct 2, 2025 • Francesca Specter

September 2025

I should… do a yoga handstand
Your life goals have no expiration date.
Sep 18, 2025 • Francesca Specter
I should... move to Lisbon
Some news.
Sep 11, 2025 • Francesca Specter

July 2025

I should take a break
A short hiatus.
Jul 3, 2025 • Francesca Specter

June 2025

We’ve lost the art of being lost
Taking it day by day, and that being OK.
Jun 26, 2025 • Francesca Specter
Alonement is back!
Meanwhile, I'm living my fantasy life in Lisbon (again).
Jun 19, 2025 • Francesca Specter
When it's more than just jealousy
Let's tackle those ugly feelings.
Jun 12, 2025 • Francesca Specter
Journal writing prompts for June
A mid-year reset for 2025. 🟡
Jun 7, 2025 • Francesca Specter
Can we really live our lives ‘intentionally’?
The limits of forward planning (and why I do it anyway).
Jun 5, 2025 • Francesca Specter

May 2025

Something to look forward to
The joy of forestalgia.
May 29, 2025 • Francesca Specter
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