The Art of Asking Good Questions (And Why It Matters For Your Friendships) November 29, 2025Hannah Carmichael Asking good questions is a skill we can all get better at. But it's okay not to be brilliant at it straight away! Learning new skills takes time, and it's...
Here's Why I Didn't Try To Turn A Lovely New Connection Into A Friendship, And Feel Absolutely Okay About It November 22, 2025Hannah Carmichael The woman sitting in front of me was someone I'd never met before, and probably wouldn't see again. Yet there we were, three hours into a soul-deep conversation. A friend...
When Connection Happens Unexpectedly: What My Son Taught Me About Being Present & Joyful This Bonfire Night November 12, 2025Hannah Carmichael "Fireworks mummy!" shouted my 3-year-old excitedly. "I want to see!" I felt SO guilty. I thought we'd got away with it – we'd had a busy day with lots going on,...
Have You Been 'Nice-Trapped?' Exploring The Differences Between 'Being Nice' and 'Being Kind' - And Why It Matters For Your Friendships November 11, 2025Hannah Carmichael Niceness and kindness both have their place - we need niceness to navigate daily life, to interact pleasantly with strangers and acquaintances, to work well with others, and to maintain...
When Your Friend Keeps Cancelling Plans, Should You Keep Trying or Let Go? November 04, 2025Hannah Carmichael Someone on the call said, "It's like pulling teeth trying to arrange anything with my friends. I'm always the one making the effort, and then they often cancel at the...
Three Reasons Why Even Those Who Seem Socially Confident Can Feel Nervous When Meeting New People February 22, 2025Hannah Carmichael We watch them from afar, in awe of their social ease. It probably wouldn’t cross our minds to ask whether they ever struggle to strike up a conversation with a...
Why Do Your Friendships Feel Like Hard Work? January 24, 2025Hannah Carmichael1 comment This week in our community, looked at the signs of healthy vs unhealthy friendships, and explored the reasons why we stay 'stuck' in friendships that don't give us what we need....
3 Signs That You Bring Lower-Key Energy To Your Friendships January 17, 2025Hannah Carmichael It took me years to realise that I wasn't 'weird' just because I needed something different to many of my friends. I craved authentic, values-driven connections and rich conversation, while...
5 Reasons Your Friend May Have Completely Different Political Views To You November 28, 2024Hannah Carmichael In today's polarised political climate, it's not uncommon to find ourselves at odds with friends, family members, or colleagues when it comes to voting choices. But before we jump to...
If You're Tempted To Ghost Someone This Hallowe'en, Think Again: You're Missing This One Crucial Piece of Information November 22, 2024Hannah Carmichael Ghosting is on the rise - starting in the online dating world, it's become an increasingly common phenomenon in a digital world where it's easier than ever to disconnect from...
Moving On: Six Telltale Signs That You've Outgrown a Friendship November 22, 2024My Store Admin Friendships are some of the most enriching relationships in our lives, and can provide support, joy, adventure and companionship. However - as we grow older, have new experiences and as...