- i’m all for goal setting, but babes, we have to be real. And also kind to ourselves!
There’s so much emphaisis on what we aren’t doing right, that it feels like we are starting off on bad footing to begin.
These unrealistic goals feel at the root of so much unneccessary tension around new year you know, the “new year, new me” bs. Do you feel me?
whatever you choose to celebrate (or not), may you feel free to protect your space, your health and your joy.
Let’s hold space for ourselves and for each other. ✨
A musical contribution worth your time!
Read MoreSharing a little bit of story time, a little bit of real talk…some highlights and insights from my life in the Caribbean and Norway which i hope will be interesting, insightful and hopefully useful for you!
Read MoreIf you’ve ever been to one of my public events, yoga + movement community classes, yoga, movement + meditation workshops, retreats, or just listened to playlists or radio shows from me on the regular, you’ll know i’m a fan of Beverly Glenn-Copeland and he features heavily on my musical rotation.
I can’t believe that i’m going to see him this week in London! So in eager and almost all-consuming excitement and anticipation for this show, i thought i’d gather together some videos and listening opportunities for us to enjoy. Expect glorious music, words of wisdom on: creativity, and hopefully, feelings of freedom.
Read MoreThis is a love note taken from a recent Digest for anyone feeling discouraged 💌
Expect tools, resources and encouragement!
Whew! What a journey we've had. Sweet tender memories 💜
And i think younger Dionne would be amazed to still be out here 10 years later. And i won't sugar coat this neatly into a "happily ever after" line, because, there are still hard things in life. But i'm very glad of the experiences gained that teach me, i can get through them.
It's that time of year again! Here's some of my picks - let me know yours in the comments! Enjoy! dionne x
Read MoreMost people know one of the longest and my most favourite rituals is Julia Cameron’s Morning Pages. I recommend them to all my clients. If you’re not already familiar with The Artists’ Way, i’d really recommend investing some time to sniff out a copy. It’s been something that has been a regular part of my life since 2004.
Read MoreNuggets mined in August 2019 (!) (still wholesome and evergreen tho!)
Long and short reads, film, art and magic. Hope they inspire and delight you!
“Is it possible for us to view ourselves void of these social constructs, that create these boundaries between us and within us? Is there a way for us to dissolve this construct of gender, class, race, sexuality, country of origin, whatever?
…people are the ones that created these boundaries. The sea has no agenda. Rich or poor, it will swallow you. So in a sense, when you think about it, the ocean is the one true democratic space that exists.”
Read MorePleasure activism enables me to practice vulnerability, opens me up to experiencing love, joy, healing, community, a bigger meaning and purpose, and, feeling better. Holding space for processing, expression the journey, the miracles in the every day, and being present.
To me, this is freedom.
Read More“See if you believe that you and me can change the world someday, then you’ll believe me when I say...””
— 702 Feat. Pharrell
Read MoreFrank not only worked with his limitations but he embraced them. He “poured, dripped and spilled paint covers the canvas….” and managed to create a piece even more interesting because it is authentic to who he is. He’s working with what he has.
So many of us get distracted by what we don’t have, feeling we need to have our shit together, all the goods the tools and the answers.
I know i can get caught up in that too, so no shade if you feel read, darlings. But i find it a helpful reminder always for myself and for every one of my clients to hold space for wherever you’re at. Cause we can work with that.
what if instead of needing to have the best equipment we can afford, or needing our whole 10 year plan together, we instead worked with what’s right here.
Read More"We live in a culture that values activity and 'hard work'. But - paradoxically - the hardest work we can sometimes do is to stop rushing around, sit with our thoughts, analyse our feelings, take stock of where we are and understand ourselves better.”
Read MoreSo, last week i had life delivered to me via the inspirational Frank Bowling and his retrospective at the Tate . Here you can find my photo gallery from my visit with Desta + audio documentary as well as a diary of FEELINGS!
Read MoreDarlings! It’s Carnival this weekend and time for one of my favourite things: to nyam my way around the Caribbean!
What better time to share a video + recipe for one of my ultimate fave Caribbean dishes: Callaloo Soup!
There’s a sentimental connection to this dish, remembering friends afar who i went to school with back on the islands, and so i thought i’d make my own version (which happens to be vegan and gluten free but i don’t subscribe to any food label cause i believe in doing you and eating what the hell works for your body. More on that HERE and HERE if you want).
So, welcome to our tiny kitchen! Filmed on the hottest day of the year so far of course! Ketil is my sous chef and sound person! I am adding unhinged commentary as always. IGTV below and recipe card and deets are below! Oh and a playlist to cook and nyam and dance to on the right - si mi yah! 🍵
Let me know what you think!
Read Morefancy a gigantic “lately” scrapbook update + diary of my summertime moments? expect a behind the scenes gander at my inner landscape (not a euphemism), news updates, resources, personal photos, peach outfits + a playlist!
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