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Guincho beach in Portugal, as seen from our hotel room window. Every year we come here, staying at our favorite hotel, the quirky Muchaxo, to recharge our batteries. I try to limit all digital and electronic input while I’m here. Nothing but stare at the sea, walk on the beach, and see old friends. It’s great to do something like this once a year. Stop the input. Check in with myself. See what’s new. Mourn what’s gone. Be open for new ideas.  It’s so wonderfully simple and yet so nourishing I had to show you a photo of where we are.

My newsletter is late this week because I was working yesterday, as you can see from the photo above. I slipped away from my desk in the afternoon to take advantage of the 3 hour ski pass which is on offer less than an hour from where we are living in Italy. I told myself that I had to get ready for my brother’s family, who are traveling from Atlanta to visit us in a few weeks time. My nephew is a top skier and I want to retain my position as “cool aunt”. I’m also preparing myself because my

I’m proud to announce that renowned award winning veteran journalist and broadcaster Vicki Barker will introduce me on the forthcoming book launch on 20 November in London at the University Women’s Club . I’ve known Vicki for over 30 years and both on a professional and personal level she is one of the women I most admire. In fact, she appeared in my novel, The Magical Reality of Annabel Jones, where she gave the protagonist Annabel deeper insights into the secret history of women. The new book “EMBODY: The Power of Presence in an Age of Distraction” is the culmination

I couldn’t have asked for a more impactful testimonial from such an accomplished artist, podcaster, former film maker and beautiful person as well as a good friend. She told me she sat down and read it in one sitting! Very big thank you to Lou Hamilton BRAVE NEW GIRL The desire to make the world a better place is something we have in common and it starts with making ourselves better! You can find more book testimonials on the home page of this website.

In this video, I introduce a powerful shaking meditation—a simple, movement-based practice from my upcoming book, “Embody. The Power of Presence in an Age of Distraction”. Shaking meditation helps release tension, ease anxiety, and calm the mind, especially effective for managing burnout and daily stress. I’ll guide you through each step, showing you how to “shake off” what weighs on your mind and body. Try this practice for 3-10 minutes at the end of the day to feel more grounded, clear, and at peace. Here is the link Stay tuned for the book launch on November 20!

“Embody: The Power of Presence in an Age of Distraction”, Click here to watch the short video and find out!

I’ve been mostly off the radar for the past few months, as I’ve dedicated this time to completely rewriting a book I originally pulled from the market over a decade ago. It’s my best book ever—written to help you relax and feel comfortably centered in this runaway technological age of ours. Here’s a sneak preview of the title: “Embody: The Power of Presence in an Age of Distraction” This has been me since May. Cup of tea migrated from the left side of the computer ( hot water and lemon) in the morning to the right side (chicory latte) in

Is the complexity of disrupting industries overloading your mental circuits? This Cognitive Reset technique isn’t just a break – it’s a science-backed method to clear mental cache and optimize your brain’s processing power. 1. Find a quiet space for 15 minutes 2. Focus on your natural breathing rhythm 3. Observe thoughts without engaging 4. If restless, gently shake out limbs 5. Conclude by drinking two glasses of water Innovators practicing this technique report: • Ability to maintain peak mental performance during extended problem-solving sessions • Enhanced pattern recognition across disparate data sets • Improved emotional resilience when facing setbacks or

In the race to transform industries, are you overlooking your most powerful tool – your own body? This Somatic Integration practice isn’t just relaxation, it’s a gateway to accessing the vast intelligence of your entire nervous system. 1. Sit comfortably, eyes closed 2. Perform a slow body scan 3. Focus on hands, feet, breath, and belly 4. Ask periodically: ‘What am I aware of right now?’ 5. Practice for 15-30 minutes Leaders who practice regularly report: • Enhanced intuitive decision-making in high-stakes situations • Improved ability to ‘read the room’ and navigate complex interpersonal dynamics • Greater resilience and emotional