A gentle note before you read 💚
Today, on #WorldMentalHealthDay, I’m sharing an open and honest conversation with Julie Castleman, Co-Founder and Director of Junah Ltd, whose work in suicide prevention reminds us that *you don’t need to be a mental health expert to make a difference - you just need to be ready to ask, listen, and respond with care.
This interview explores what it really means to create safer, more supportive workplaces and communities - where people feel heard, valued, and never alone.
Please take care as you read 💚
If you’re in the UK and need to talk, you can contact @samaritanscharity on 116 123 (free, 24/7).
Read the full conversation via the link in bio ✨
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🛍👠 Remember the days we dressed to impress? These days, it’s all about comfort, quality and pieces that last.
In my latest blogpost, I explore how our wardrobes evolve as we do - and share what 52 women said they can’t live without.
📖 Read my latest blogpost, "Wardrobe Essentials: What Really Matters as Our Style Evolves" - link in bio
#WriteWithIvy #Fashion #FashionBlog #Writer #Blogger #FashionBlogger
🍂 Late Summer Reset🍂
This season, I’m slowing down. Less hustle, more balance.
Inspired by the Autumn Equinox, I’m focusing on small things that make a big difference: mindful walks, proper rest, and being honest about where my energy goes. 🌱✨
Feeling out of sync? Maybe it’s time for your own reset too.
Read more in my latest blog post — link in bio. 💛
#LateSummerReset #Wellbeing #NewBlogPost #Blog #Lifestyle #WriteWithIvy
Comfort in a click with @tobycarvery 🍽
Took a Sunday off and let Toby Carvery do the roasting – gammon was the hero, sticky toffee pudding the encore.
Read the full review on my blog and see how it ranked on **The Ivy List**
Link in bio 💌
#reviewedbyIvy #TobyCarvery #Deliveroo #Takeaway #WriteWithIvy #SundayRoast
Giving old furniture ~New Life~💛
Last week Wednesday I spent the day upcycling second-hand furniture with a group of volunteers @morelifehome
Sanding, painting and varnishing; together we turned tired furniture into new treasures sold exclusively @morelifehome charity shop 🪑🌟
Proceeds from the @morelifehome charity shop are used to help individuals experiencing economic hardships and #furniturepoverty turn their new accommodation into a place that feels more like home 🏡❤️
Check out @morelifehome for more information about their community work and how you can volunteer (if you want to 🙂)
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Happy International Women In Engineering Day!
In Conversation With… Lowri Ch’ng - a Risk Engineer breaking barriers in renewable energy. From aerospace beginnings to shaping a sustainable future, Lowri shares her journey, challenges as a woman in engineering, and why mentorship matters.
Dive into her inspiring story now live on my blog under the ‘Creatives In Conversation’ page
#INWED25 #WomenInEngineering #MakeADifference #InConversationWith #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #Engineering #CreativesInConversation #WriteWithIvy #Inspiration
That Father’s Day platter? A chargrilled dream come true ❤️
Efes served up fluffy rice, flame-grilled meats, and zesty salads that had our forks fighting for the last bite.
Forfeiting our usual buffet vibe, my family and I decided to try dining somewhere different for Father's Day. And we weren't disappointed.
Full review on my blog 🔗 in bio ❣️
Warning: this post may cause serious some cravings 😅
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“Freedom is opportunity through access”
This Juneteenth, I sat down with my friend Sean, a former US military vet, and a Tech professional - to talk about legacy, leadership, and what it means to break barriers in an industry where representation still lags behind.
From his first steps in a data centre to his dream of paving the way for future Black technologists, Sean’s story is a powerful reminder that Juneteenth isn’t just about remembrance - it’s about responsibility.
📌 Read the full interview now on my blog now
#Juneteenth #Juneteenth2025 #BlackTechExcellence #BreakingBarriers #WriteWithIvy #BlackVoices #BlackBoyJoy #Interview
