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Why Practising Self-Compassion Might Be the Best Thing You Ever Do

Why Practising Self-Compassion Might Be the Best Thing You Ever DoKathryn Lovewell Published on: 13/06/2025

Self-compassion isn’t soft - it’s science. Discover how treating yourself with kindness can boost resilience, ease anxiety, and transform the way you handle life’s messiness. No incense required.

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A Gannet Update.

A Gannet Update.

A Gannet Update.Barbara Payman
Published on: 09/09/2026

Follow the remarkable growth of a gannet chick as they discover their wings, explore their nest and grow in confidence. A heartwarming reflection on nature, family, gratitude and the joy of witnessing new life unfold.

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Going With the Flow and Self-Kindness.

Going With the Flow and Self-Kindness.

Going With the Flow and Self-Kindness.Barbara Payman
Published on: 02/09/2026

Watching feather grass dance gently in the breeze becomes a beautiful reminder to slow down, breathe, and go with the flow. A reflective piece about finding ease, stillness and self-kindness by letting go.

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An Indoor Tale and Self-Kindness.

An Indoor Tale and Self-Kindness.

An Indoor Tale and Self-Kindness.Barbara Payman
Published on: 27/08/2026

A simple decluttering task turns into a surprising lesson about how easily the mind can catastrophise. This heartfelt story explores self-compassion and the possibility that what we fear we've lost may be right in front of us.

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The Solar Eclipse and Self-Kindness.

The Solar Eclipse and Self-Kindness.

The Solar Eclipse and Self-Kindness.Barbara Payman
Published on: 19/08/2026

A solar eclipse at Bempton Cliffs becomes a moving reflection on light, shadow, and self-kindness. Inspired by nature’s quiet wisdom, this gentle piece reminds us that even in difficult moments, our inner light remains.

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Chick's Achievements!

Chick's Achievements!

Chick's Achievements!Barbara Payman
Published on: 12/08/2026

Follow the remarkable first two weeks of a gannet chick’s life at Bempton Cliffs, from tiny and vulnerable to growing stronger each day. A joyful reflection on growth, progress, and taking time to celebrate our own achievements.

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Dolphins - and Returning to Stillness.

Dolphins - and Returning to Stillness.

Dolphins - and Returning to Stillness.Barbara Payman
Published on: 05/08/2026

A thrilling encounter with a large pod of dolphins becomes a gentle lesson in letting go, embracing self-kindness, and returning to stillness. Discover how nature can help us find peace, resilience, and joy in the present moment.

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