• Grapevines, G-Strings, And Gravity

    Nobody brought a water bottle to class, yet we made it through without becoming desiccated husks and passing out en masse. Read More

  • Walking In Winter

    Getting myself out for a walk in winter is like trying not to finish the Tim Tams once the packet is open. Read More

  • My 5 All-Time Favorite Music Videos

    I love lists, and as it's been a while since I wrote here, today I feel like sharing a quick list of my 5 favorite music videos. These aren't in any order. Read More

  • You Should Be Dance-Walking (Yeah)

    Hence the dance-walk. You may like to use your arms but be warned that this will frighten people trimming their hedges as you pass.   Read More

  • Blackout

    I had hoped his first thought on seeing me would not be, 'Wow she took up cage fighting'. But as I have both a black eye and a fat lip this now seems likely. Read More

  • My New Bookcase Is Here!

    For me it has to be physical books, with their smell, feel, and spines I can look at. I'm a minimalist but when it comes to books, I always want more and constantly have to curate. Read More

  • Like A Broken Bone In Your Brain

    Have you noticed how some people have a lens for seeing the world? Their religion, role as a parent, identity as a vegan? For me that lens is psychology... Read More

  • Best Film Or TV Quote Ever

    Why do I love it so? Because this is profound wisdom, to have the world say, be like this, do this, act this way, and to gently respond, I shall not; I’m not like that. Read More

  • Why Can’t I Do What I Say I’ll Do?

    Not have a burger and fries for lunch again. I had one yesterday and the day before, so it’s not like I’m facing imminent expiry from a severe burger deficiency. But then… I cave. Read More

  • Five Songs That Changed My Life

    Overkill perfectly evokes the sense I often have of being at odds with the world, and sometimes with my own mind. It reminds me we are not our thoughts. Ghosts appear and fade away. Read More

About

Bonjour! I'm an introvert, minimalist, and award-winning author. I've managed to make a mess of most things and a minor success of a few. My books are: How To Be Elegant • How To Be An Introvert In An Extrovert World • How To Be Thin In A World Of Chocolate. Read more about me here. To stay in touch, follow me on Instagram or sign up for my delightful dispatches.

My Brand New Book Is Here!
How To Be Elegant 21 Rules For Grace Poise Charm
Bon Mots
My Store For Introverts
Louder Minds Store
How To Be An Introvert In An Extrovert World
How To Be An Introvert In An Extrovert World
A Year of Style, Simplicity, and Self-Care
A Chic Year Style Simplicity Self-Care
How To Be Thin In A World Of Chocolate [Audiobook]
How To Be Thin In A World Of Chocolate