14/08/2025
In the last week, I’ve felt the tender ache of change in my life.
My Nan passed away, and with her went a huge chapter of love, laughter, and gentle wisdom.
In her absence, I’ve am reminded that life’s transitions — whether they come in the form of loss, aging, or simply the quiet turning of the seasons — carry their own kind of beauty.
My Nan taught me to notice small beauties — the smell of her perfume, the sound of seagulls and their 'lead boots' on the roof, the magic and imagination of our 'flying bed' journeys. She taught me skincare and how to try to 'always look your best', that it is OK to be opinionated and that you don't have to be loud to be strong.
This week, I’ve returned to those lessons with joy and rememberance which I have integrated into my own practice on the mat.
Sometimes it is ok to allow my presence to get lost in the past.
Life is always transitioning — saying goodbye to versions of ourselves, welcoming new ones we’re still learning to love.
It can be tender, frustrating, and powerful all at once.
But we can be both light and shadow, strength and softness.
How to find peace in times of change
💚Breathe deeply — slow, nourishing breaths calm the nervous system and bring you back to the present moment.
💚Rest without guilt — your body is doing deep inner work; honour that with rest. 💚Move gently — yoga, stretching, or walking can shift heavy emotions without forcing them away.
💚Connect — with people who lift you up, even if it’s just a shared cup of tea over Zoom.
💚Celebrate beauty — a sunset, a flower, a good laugh — gather them like treasures.
Life is not only about holding on, but about letting go with grace.
Change is not the end, but a gentle invitation to grow in new ways.
You are still radiant.
You are still you.
And you are still becoming.
I miss you Nan - and always will.
