a place to relax if you’re tired of the strive, fed up with gurus, and in need of informed, intelligent, entertaining conversation about what truly matters over a cup of whatever works for you.
Uncovering the joy of achieving less, living a glorious life, and not staying silent in the face of inhumanity. Find me in the fertile void café for stories, truths (and the occasional song).
Weekday reminders of our self-less nature: as direct as possible, no more than a minute to read, forever free. 100% human text, no AI. Photos by Kat unless noted otherwise.
Life happens. We get interrupted. When my husband died, grief opened my heart. Writing, like grieving, is an act of love. I got interrupted, but I didn't give up. Join me! A Substack Featured Publication.
Essays on living and working creatively. By Annie Ridout (non-fiction author, journalist for nationals, viral poet, Sunday Times bestselling ghostwriter and creative entrepreneur).
Open, down-to-earth, contemplative exploration of present experiencing.
An inquiry into how the sense of self arises and maintains coherence. The mechanics of agency, choice, responsibility, and self-stabilizing loops. No teachings, no methods. Observation and description.