Shasha Crow

These uni buildings are pretty warm and I’m already uncomfortable so I wanted to try a kind of Russian Doll effect with an outfit within an outfit. It actually worked very well as you will see later.

I find wearing my son’s old clothes reassuring sometimes and these were custom made for his team so I didn’t want to let them go. I love the Herts Cheetahs vibe 💛🖤

Mums do you ever wear your kids clothing? 😆

Freshers Week starts here 🩵

Last night Dad and I started bingeing the first series of Reacher which he’s never seen. It’s a bit too violent for Mum’s taste so he can watch it when she’s away. The blues is an appropriate nod to that. Maybe it influenced my clothing choices this morning for this welcome brunch. Who knows. I’ll be taking my own rolls with me because I just know they won’t have any. Who knows maybe I’ll make a friend by having a spare!

A tough day emotionally requires a totally easy comfortable outfit. I did accessorise this with a necklace from LLD and I think I hit the top/bottom balance explained to me by .nikko who is my literal guru in making style easier. Having said that I’m almost never sure I nailed it but I felt good in my clothes which is the main thing.

I’m already planning what I’ll be wearing as a for Freshers week but it will all be affected by how much pain I am in on the day (currently high) and of course the weather.

A different kind of hit flush! And why would I do this to myself? As someone with a chronic condition, optimising my metabolic efficiency and systemic resilience is important for sustaining energy levels. This complex is part of a bigger picture in how I manage my lifestyle to have the best experience. Let’s see how I go!

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Why is this happening?? 🔥 🥵

Following on from yesterday, when I’m in this place of letting sadness express itself the Divine switches the volume of the love to LOUD. They don’t leave me alone in this, and they don’t leave you either. Be open if you will, to experiencing how this manifests for you.

A longer series of thoughts. I’m not expecting many of you to watch til the end but if you do, we are together in this, not necessarily physically side by side or in conversation, but energetically we are never alone. Breathe into that. Be loved.

Ta**us Tips for a low mood

I’ve been feeling blue. It’s familiar, I’ve fluctuated in and out of depression my whole life. I don’t use the term lightly. It seemed like a good candidate for how I manage this so it doesn’t spiral. These will work for anyone, as these tips revolve around moving energy and having experiences. I know comfort eating and spending can become an issue for some, so it’s worth noting if such habits are negatively affecting your health or security and getting some additional/professional help.

As a veteran in this area I have little practices that I introduce when I become aware that I’m on a down-swing. They revolve around self nurture.

For me this looks like getting up (I will lie in only if I’m feeling bougie and luxurious), showering and getting physical. I do an exercise class or some yoga. I go for a run if that’s realistic. Then I nurture my senses with scent, dressing for the visual that lifts my mood, maybe music if I don’t feel mentally overwhelmed.

I need to be with my feelings so I don’t want company but I will contact a friend to let them know how I’m feeling. I need to say it out loud. Then if time allows I go out so I can be alone in public and watch the world go by. My favourite bubble tea place and a new flavour of Mochi. I’m feeling Japan so much at the moment and this place is so budget friendly.

If the stars align I will score a bargain I’ve been looking for for a while. In this case a yellow Pull and Bear bag for £5 from Charity. I glanced up and saw the market was on and realised that the crochet lady may be there! Something cute would also be comforting. See what I got at the end.

You can’t buy your way out of depression and sometimes the money isn’t there. Nature herself is the greatest healer. Individual species of plant are calling to me right now, they want to offer more long term support. Focus Lyrata, Phebodium (blue star fern) for soothing, abundance, support for regeneration. Get outside and breathe the smells. Focus on the feeling of rain or sun on your skin. Move your body, taste and see colours.

Satisfying.

Which book would you carry?

90s/00s wear was so practical. Pockets everywhere.