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HushFest is on the horizon. Cornwall’s festival of quietness, shaped by our community. |
Some days just feel… heavy. They arrive unannounced, bringing a tangled mix of exhaustion, overwhelm, and a longing for something softer, something easier. Maybe today is one of those days for you. Perhaps it started before you even opened your eyes, with a mind already full of all the things that need to be done….
Christmastime can bring a sense of joy and celebration, but it can also come with a wave of social expectations and gatherings. If you’re someone who identifies as introverted, highly sensitive, or you’re experiencing social anxiety, this time of year might feel more draining than delightful. And that’s okay. It’s perfectly natural to feel overwhelmed…
How often do we feel pulled along by the speed of life, leaving us with little time to pause, connect, and truly be with ourselves or the people we care about? It’s easy to overlook the small, meaningful moments that help us feel part of something greater than ourselves. Yet, these moments are where connection…
I’m a quiet person. Usually. I get quieter in groups. More so when people are new to me. And because of this, I’ve been misunderstood a lot in my life. I’ve been assumed to be rude, disinterested, stuck up, bitchy, and to dislike people, amongst other things. But that’s not me at all. I’ve always…
Looking back, I never used to feel “socially anxious” whilst growing up. I remember feeling shy as a kid when meeting relatives or strangers, but even when I first started working I felt okay. Anxious feelings kind of crept up on me into adulthood and, I think for me personally, feelings of social anxiety occurred…