Tag Archives: universe

The dragonfly story #grieving #loss

Posted on April 20, 2019 by nomadoftheuniverse

One of my best friends has recently lost her father. When she told me, I burst into tears – so strong was her pain and my grief. I shared with her the dragonfly story that I heard as a German … Continue reading →

Posted in death, quotes | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

The Mind Explorers: A Psychedelic Weekend

Posted on December 22, 2018 by nomadoftheuniverse

And here it is – the culmination of my ‘magic mushroom’ retreat with the UK Psychedelic Society in September. The film made by Rebecca Coxon. In most of my appearances I am weeping and in one manage to sob while … Continue reading →

Posted in plant medicines, video & film | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 14 Comments

Mind Explorers screening – my 15min of fame :)

Posted on December 2, 2018 by nomadoftheuniverse

Yesterday was the day – I had my 15min of fame first as a (mostly sobbing :)) character in the Mind Explorers documentary aiming to challenge the stigma around psilocybin and promote its use as part of mental health treatment … Continue reading →

Posted in plant medicines, video & film | Tagged , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

A little poorer and a little more obscure… Here is to a simpler, minimalist 2018! #happiness

Posted on December 23, 2017 by nomadoftheuniverse

At the start of 2017 I wrote: I start 2017 with a firm belief that less is more and freedom is everything. I want time, for my family, creativity, spiritual growth and development, I want quality of life. Be it … Continue reading →

Posted in video & film | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

‘To Anyone Who Thinks They’re Falling Behind’ by @jamieveron #happiness

Posted on December 16, 2017 by nomadoftheuniverse

This is the best manifesto I’ve read in the last couple of months. FOMO, feeling inadequate, pushing yourself to achieve what you think you should be achieving, comparing yourself to others, beating yourself up about not measuring up to your … Continue reading →

Posted in how to, quotes | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

How do you handle negative people in your life when they are your loved ones? #happiness

Posted on December 9, 2017 by nomadoftheuniverse

I post on Quora (you can find my answers here). The question in the title attracted my attention because this is something I am trying to figure out (my take on it is here). But it’s Rosalyn’s answer (right) that blew my … Continue reading →

Posted in how to, quotes, self & ego | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 4 Comments

‘One day, I woke up and decided I deserved the best in life and no one was going to get in my way’

Posted on December 2, 2017 by nomadoftheuniverse

I occasionally like to catch up on the latest music by using lists like Grammy nominees. This week I listened to Khalid, an American singer and songwriter. It is what he said on Twitter that got me the most. This … Continue reading →

Posted in quotes | Tagged , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Art Saturday – Spanish still life #amwriting

Posted on November 25, 2017 by nomadoftheuniverse

I am making more time to write and it’s amazing. I wanted to share my new poem today. At the moment I am inspired by Frank O’Hara. Hope you make time for creativity, positive experiences and people you love this … Continue reading →

Posted in art therapy, self & ego | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

The Tibetan Book of the Dead is not about death (part 1) #happiness

Posted on November 11, 2017 by nomadoftheuniverse

I wanted to read this book forever but despite my interest in death and dying, I was a bit conscious of the subject. Then I watched this documentary (link to part 2 is on the right side of the video … Continue reading →

Posted in how to, video & film | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Where should we begin? Esther Perel’s new podcast on couple therapy #happiness

Posted on November 4, 2017 by nomadoftheuniverse

I found this podcast to be eye opening in many ways and recommend it to anyone grappling with the ‘why’s’ of relationships. Esther provides new perspectives, shares her techniques and asks some tough questions. You can find it on iTunes … Continue reading →

Posted in how to, love | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Highly sensitive people at work – interview

Posted on October 21, 2017 by nomadoftheuniverse

I did an interview with my friend Anastasia who is a coach specialising in helping Highly Sensitive People (HSP) succeed at work. I hope some of the tips I am sharing may help provide a new perspective to introverted and/or … Continue reading →

Posted in money, work, downshifting, video & film | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

What are the values that define your choices and guide your decision making? #happiness

Posted on October 14, 2017 by nomadoftheuniverse

Happiness comes from knowing oneself well or at least better. Introspection is hard, takes work and can one ever be really sure that they’ve got an objective view? This year I spent a lot of time thinking about and understanding … Continue reading →

Posted in how to, self & ego | Tagged , , , , , , | 1 Comment

The meaning of Om Mani Padme Hung mantra by Dalai Lama

Posted on October 8, 2017 by nomadoftheuniverse

I was chanting this mantra with my little one helping him relax and go to sleep when I realised I have no idea what it means. I looked it up and was blown away. Whole doctrine of Buddhism neatly wrapped … Continue reading →

Posted in video & film | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

We all need some Positive News

Posted on September 30, 2017 by nomadoftheuniverse

I’ve been keeping an eye on these guys. I just love the idea of positive news – there is too much negativity around and good news do not get enough attention. I was too late for their crowdfunding campaign but … Continue reading →

Posted in happiness, how to | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Quote of the week #happiness

Posted on September 23, 2017 by nomadoftheuniverse

Happiness is not some absolute super positive state that once achieved rids you of all your problems. Nirvana, enlightenment is a result of a path ridden with obstacles, full of hard truths about yourself and lots and lots of hard … Continue reading →

Posted in quotes | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment