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 messages 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…
Dealing With Comparisonitis and Shame Attacks (with Val Nelson)
Have you ever been derailed by a shame attack? Shame can sweep through, telling us we are not worthy, acceptable, or enough. It can be…
High Sensitivity, Autism, and The Challenge of Being an Artist Right Now (with Lizzie Campbell)
Lizzie Campbell is a polymer clay artist who creates under the name Clay Disarray, and wow, she’s phenomenal! Her intricate modelling brings characters and cultural…
01 | Tranquility (Coming To Our Senses)
The first issue of Coming To Our Senses, a Haven Zine exploring the intersection of high sensitivity, creativity, and culture.
Creative Ways To Start and Maintain a Journal Practice (With Mandy Thompson)
Many people describe their journaling practice as a keystone ritual in life. But what’s the point of it? Is it worth it? What are the…