That’s why this year, I am practicing forgiveness. For myself, for others, and to finally release the tether that binds us in a moment (or many) that was unpleasant, abusive, or left us feeling betrayed and wounded.

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Some end of the year reflections on feelings of inadequacy and self-expression through creativity ✍🏻

I've found so much joy in scrapbooking, singing, writing, gardening (and design), visual books, as well as foreign film, indie horrors, and going to some great gigs.

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Some thoughts on the last year as a gardener, and how physical work is often undervalued...

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I recently tended to an overgrown garden, and found an old plum tree taken over by jasmine vine - it inspired me to write about how taking care of our gardens reflects the care we should take for others, as well as ourselves 🌳

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My first post on 'Into the Secret Garden' is a short reflection on 'Pulling out the weeds' as an analogy for stopping ruminating negative thoughts 🌿

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For my first official post, here is my favourite article I wrote about modern times, and how the pen is, in fact, mightier than the sword ⚔️

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