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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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Taking the opportunity.

Taking the opportunity.

Taking the opportunity.Barbara Payman
Published on: 08/04/2026

A spontaneous dolphin sighting turns into a joyful coastal adventure, reminding us to seize opportunities and do what we love. A heart-lifting reflection on nature, connection, and the power of following what brings you joy. 🌊

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Autumn equinox reflections

Autumn equinox reflections

Autumn equinox reflectionsBarbara Payman
Published on: 02/10/2025

A heartfelt Autumn Equinox reflection set in Robin Hood’s Bay, where a simple mix-up becomes a lesson in empathy, kindness, and finding silver linings in everyday life.

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Chick vigil. Part Two!

Chick vigil. Part Two!

Chick vigil. Part Two!Barbara Payman
Published on: 25/09/2025

A moving reflection on witnessing a young gannet’s first flight through wind and rain. A story of endurance, gratitude, and the beauty of taking a leap of faith.

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Birthdays, Deep values and self-kindness

Birthdays, Deep values and self-kindness

Birthdays, Deep values and self-kindnessBarbara Payman
Published on: 18/06/2025

Celebrate your birthday, or any day, with a pause for reflection. Join Barbara at the bird cliffs as she shares how birthdays can deepen gratitude, honour personal values, and inspire gentle steps toward living in alignment with what matters most.

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Finding self-kindness in the rain

Finding self-kindness in the rain

Finding self-kindness in the rainBarbara Payman
Published on: 11/06/2025

A rainy walk, a tender mindset shift. Explore how moments of discomfort can become invitations for self-kindness - and why even soggy days can hold unexpected beauty.

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Swirling winds and Self-kindness

Swirling winds and Self-kindness

Swirling winds and Self-kindnessBarbara Payman
Published on: 04/06/2025

What can the wind teach us about self-kindness? Join Barbara in exploring the parallels between gusty weather and emotional turbulence - and how nature’s rhythm can guide us back to inner stillness.

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