The Whispered Wisdom of Trees

The Whispered Wisdom of Trees

From the rolling hills of the Lot-et-Garonne, where ancient trees murmur secrets to those who listen There’s something rather magical about sitting beneath the sprawling canopy of an old tree in the French countryside. Here, where the land breathes ancient...
The Healing Rhythms of Remembrance at La Toussaint

The Healing Rhythms of Remembrance at La Toussaint

The morning mist that settles over French villages during La Toussaint seems particularly fitting for this solemn yet beautiful holiday. Here in the Lot-et-Garonne, where ancient stone walls stand testament to centuries of tradition, All Saints’ Day maintains...
Beyond Halloween: Understanding Samhain in Modern Times

Beyond Halloween: Understanding Samhain in Modern Times

As I sit here in my home in the French countryside, watching autumn leaves dance past my window, I feel the pull of my Irish roots growing stronger. There’s something about Samhain that awakens the Celtic blood, and even here in France, I feel that ancient...
How France’s youth is reconnecting with nature

How France’s youth is reconnecting with nature

Whilst sipping my morning coffee, watching the dawn paint the sky in whispers of pink and gold, I’ve been reflecting on a fascinating movement that’s been blossoming here in France, in particular with  the younger generation. They have embraced what they...
The Healing Magic of Forest Bathing

The Healing Magic of Forest Bathing

There’s something rather magical about stepping into a woodland. The moment you cross that invisible threshold where pavement gives way to earth and fallen leaves, everything changes. The air grows thick with possibility, heavy with the scent of damp soil and...
Finding Moments of Peace in a Busy Life

Finding Moments of Peace in a Busy Life

As a Reiki practitioner walking the path of energy healing, I’ve observed how our modern rhythms often fall out of sync with our soul’s natural tempo. Through my practice, I’ve witnessed first-hand people trying to reconnect with their inner light,...