The Prisoner, Black Mirror, and Finding Belonging as an HSP
This post contains spoilers for The Prisoner and Nosedive (Black Mirror). It is an updated version of a post first published on October 19th, 2019.…
Belonging Everywhere and Nowhere, and The Joy of Not Fitting In
In The Haven, we explore the theme of belonging. This can be a complicated topic for highly sensitive people and those who feel and think deeply.
True Belonging in The Wilderness
When have you found yourself in the wilderness of True Belonging? Where you have found something more important than gaining approval.
Songs For Autumn (Music Livestream)
Songs For Autumn was open for anyone to join on Sunday 13th October 2024. I found a quiet spot during my favourite time of year…
03 | Postcards From Serenity Island (Coming To Our Senses)
Exploring the Theme: Postcards from Serenity Island In this special issue of Coming To Our Senses, I share postcards from each area of Serenity Island,…
02 | Inspiration (Coming To Our Senses)
Exploring the Theme: Inspiration This issue of Coming To Our Senses brings together some of what we’ve been reflecting on, including: Through words, images, and…
The Fire In Your Belly
Would you say you have fire in your belly? What does it burn for? I love exploring this question with highly sensitive people, many of…
A Blimp from the Blue: Using The Kishōtenketsu Story Structure as an Antidote to the Hero’s Journey (with Kendra Patterson)
The hero's journey underpins a lot of storytelling. But is it all we have? No. Kishōtenketsu is the antidote to its toxicity.
What About The Other Characters In The Hero’s Journey?
I often think about the other characters in stories. The ones who aren’t the key players, heroes, or villains. In fact, I am sometimes so…
How Does YOUR Sense of Adventure Appear? (with Sarah Lister)
Each of us has a unique sense of adventure. What does yours feel like? In this episode of The Gentle Rebel Podcast , I speak…