The Blog
Welcome to the blog
Here you will find articles, musings, poetry and resources to help you to prioritise slowing down, rest and self-care.
I hope you find them useful and inspiring.
Bea x
A Listening Crisis: Why We Need to Listen to Our Bodies
We may be overlooking the most essential thing we need: to listen. And not just to others, but to our own bodies.
My Experience of Dissociation
it’s easy to lose touch with ourselves—until a moment of crisis forces us to listen. My own journey began in a high-pressure meeting, leading me to discover the transformative power of embodied listening and the wisdom our bodies offer. I
How to Live Cyclically: Reconnecting with Natural Rhythms
It’s the autumn harvest season here in the UK. It’s a time historically marked by celebration and community and is a reminder of the natural cycles that govern life. Just as the earth moves through its seasons, we too are cyclical beings—yet in today’s fast-paced, capitalist world, we often find ourselves disconnected from these rhythms. Now, as the leaves turn and the air cools, it’s the perfect time to consider how we can live more in sync with nature’s cycles.
Breaking Free from the ‘Good Girl’ Trap: How to Stop Pleasing and Start Living
Letting go of people-pleasing habits isn’t easy, but it’s worth it. You’ll find that when you start living for yourself, your confidence grows, and you begin to attract relationships and opportunities that truly align with who you are.
Perimenopause: A Journey of Rest, Reflection and Reconnection
After spending decades focused on directing our energy outwards—whether that’s building a career, raising a family, or pursuing other goals—this period is about refinement. We are meant to slow down. It’s a time to pause, reflect and reassess.
How to Tune into the Power of Your Menstrual Cycle as a Creative
For way too long, society has denied, demonised, and rejected the menstrual cycle. We've been taught to see it as a weakness, something that holds us back—But here’s the thing: your menstrual cycle isn’t a burden—it’s a superpower.
5 Simple Self-Care Hacks for Actors That Are Easy AF
Self-care is a buzzword you’ve probably heard a million times, but when you’re an actor, it’s not just a trend—it’s a necessity.
Rest: A Fresh Perspective Inspired by Katherine May’s ‘Wintering’
In the hustle and bustle of modern life, finding time to rest and recharge can feel impossible. In the performing arts and entertainment industries, which are so focused on productivity (and increasingly on achieving more with less), taking a break can feel like a rebellious act.