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Issue #57: The great flaking debate
For some, cancelling on plans is a friendship love language. For others, it's a deal-breaker.
Dec 7, 2023 • 
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Issue #87: IKEA, and the myth of compartmentalisation
Not everything fits into neat little boxes.
Sep 26, 2024 • 
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Issue #60: The simple life lesson I learnt on my yoga retreat (that has nothing to do with yoga)
The power of accepting things as they are, not as you wish they were – inspired by Deepak Chopra and/or a dude in the group. Plus, a walnut bolognese…
Jan 11, 2024 • 
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Issue #50: Reflecting on my early thirties, so far
32 lessons I've learnt, on friendship, love, socks, and that nebulous thing we call success.
Oct 19, 2023 • 
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Issue #101: Solo(ish) travel in Mexico City
Embracing the middle way. Plus, the best solo travel advice I've ever received.
Jan 30 • 
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Issue #17: How to walk yourself happier (in 7 steps)
Pretend commutes, morning strolls & AirPodestrians. Plus, is 10,000 actually a magic number?
Feb 23, 2023 • 
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Issue #20: The radical act of admitting you care
From casual situationships to quiet-quitting your job, when did it become cool not to try?
Mar 16, 2023 • 
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Issue #20: The radical act of admitting you care
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Issue #18: How to support parent friends (if you don’t have kids)
Practical tips for showing up & maintaining your bond.
Mar 2, 2023 • 
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Issue #18: How to support parent friends (if you don’t have kids)
Issue #68: How to romanticise your life
'I will never have this version of me again, let me slow down and be with her,' writes Rupi Kaur. A practical guide to falling in love with your…
Mar 7, 2024 • 
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Issue #33: Putting down roots (after a year spent avoiding commitment)
Step One: resurrecting my basil plant.
Jun 15, 2023 • 
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Issue #59: How to build your nest
Inspired by a Curtis Sittenfeld novel, this set-up creates a physical space for creativity, self-knowledge and alonement.
Dec 21, 2023 • 
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Issue #23: What's the point of beauty?
The city where locals spend £1,000 a month at the salon, impossible grooming standards & why I'm cutting my own hair. Plus, a bumper list of podcasts…
Apr 6, 2023 • 
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