When the power went out
When the recent power outage swept across parts of Portugal and Spain, something unexpected happened. For a few precious hours, our devices went dark. No WhatsApp pings. No blinking notifications.
After the rain: coping in a changing world
A few weeks ago, the winds picked up, the skies darkened, and the rain came. Not the usual light Algarve showers, but days of relentless downpour. Trees were torn from
A shift in the air, a shift in the mind
There’s a moment when winter loosens its grip, and the world exhales. The change is subtle at first – something about the way the morning light lingers, the way the
Finding anchors in a world that feels adrift
As the festive glow of December dims and the novelty of January’s resolutions wears thin, February often feels like a void – a time when the excitement of the holidays
The power of stillness in the winter months
Picture this: you’re standing at the edge of the sea, feeling the cool winter air against your skin. The waves are rhythmic and steady, moving in their own time, neither
All Saints’ Day: Honouring the dead and transforming our relationship with mortality
As I reflect on All Saints’ Day, celebrated on November 1, I’m reminded of death’s universal touch – an experience that unites us all, regardless of beliefs or backgrounds. Each
The journey back to ourselves
In a world that often feels like a competition, many of us find ourselves relentlessly trying to win at life, or caught in the mindset of solving problems, rather than
In Solidarity
In the world of cinema, few directors have woven stories as poignant and as resonant as Ken Loach. His latest offering, ´The Old Oak´, is more than a film; it
How to bounce back
In today’s fast-paced world, there’s an increasing tendency to avoid psychological and emotional pain, as evidenced by the rising use of anti-depressants, anti-anxiety, and other psychotropic medications. However, it’s essential
Learning from mistakes: a journey of self-discovery
In the timeless verses of Portia Nelson’s poem, “There’s a Hole in My Sidewalk: The Romance of Self-Discovery,” we embark on a journey of introspection and growth. Through the metaphor