I’ve tried really hard not to apologise for going MIA in 2020, because it was beyond necessary. But I’m not too proud to admit that A) I’m glad we have the wonderful community of like-minded souls that we do, because I know you get it, and B) I missed this.

“The roots of self-care lie in underserved communities that recognised no-one else was going to care for them.”

Is there a link between the rise in consumerism, the endless advertising messages and the increase in body image issues? Kali Gray believes the answer is a resounding yes.

Kate Mildenhall wants to know whether slow living and some of its adjacent elements – mindfulness, self-care, increased peace and patience – can actually rob us of ambition.

“On your slow journey don’t forget to give yourself permission to fail.”

Ben

“Life’s too short to worry about the size of your thighs or the calories in a latte.”

Kali Gray