by Ian Stephens | Dec 22, 2025 | Related articles
Christmas Holiday Mindfulness Christmas can be a lovely time, but it can also feel quite heavy for many of us. Lots of people together, busy days, changed routines and not much quiet space can all add up. When we spend long periods indoors, it’s very easy to feel...
by Ian Stephens | Dec 16, 2025 | Related articles
There’s Still So Much to See You may feel like you just want to stay in at this time of year — the weather can be dreary, the light a bit flat, and the sofa far too convincing. I get it. But if you’re able to get out, even briefly and even often, it really does do you...
by Ian Stephens | Nov 8, 2025 | Related articles
The Signs Are There If you’re looking for direction as we head into winter, don’t worry — I’ll point you the right way. Quite literally, in fact. This month’s photo features a fine old signpost, standing proud at a crossroads on the moors, bravely doing its best to...
by Ian Stephens | Nov 2, 2025 | Related articles
November — Nature as an Antidote to Overwhelm The world can feel heavy at times. The constant hum of news, notifications, and noise leaves little space to breathe. Screens tug at my attention, feeding me a steady stream of urgency — things I “should” care about, fix,...
by Ian Stephens | Oct 26, 2025 | Related articles
A Photo a Day for a Brighter Today: Finding Mindfulness and Meaning in Everyday Moments As the nights draw in and the days feel shorter, many of us struggle with energy, focus, and mood. Winter can be a difficult season to navigate – particularly for those living with...
by Ian Stephens | Oct 4, 2025 | Related articles
The Photo That Started It All On 27th May 2023, I snapped what I thought was just another picture for my 365 Day Nature Photo Challenge — a simple lakeside shot of a green umbel flower standing tall against the water. When I shared it, my cousin said: “That would look...