Thoughts & Truths
Articles that seek to uncloud our hearts and minds. How? By gathering experiences and expertise about issues that impact women across a range of subjects.
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The spark behind the lens: How photographer Chloe Cachia found her path
For many, the path from a childhood hobby to a real career is anything but straightforward. There are doubts, detours, and a few unexpected turning points along the way. For Chloe Cachia, co-founder of Blur Studios, it all began with a borrowed camera and a curiosity she just couldn’t shake. Her story is a gentle reminder that sometimes the best careers don’t come from detailed plans - they come from following that tiny spark of passion and seeing where it leads.
Stronger, brighter, you: 12 rituals to spark your wellness journey
Why not give yourself the greatest gift you can offer… time for you. Personal trainer Jeanine Thompson shares 12 rituals to help you reclaim your glow, nourish your mind and body, and feel like yourself again — stronger, brighter, and more alive.
Sparks and sparkling: Rediscover what lights you up.
Emotional Intelligence lecturer and author Natalie Kenely walks us through how to rediscover the sparks that light us up.
Simmering down Christmas
This Christmas I am trying to tell myself to simmer it down - to what really matters. I’m trying to get rid of the fancy ingredients that stress me out during the holidays and focus on what really matters: being present.
Carving time and pumpkins. The scary-ish truth about growing up
When I was little, I thought that when I grew up, I’d no longer be scared of the things that used to freak me out - the dark, zombies, monsters, scary movies, the space underneath my bed, and so on. And in a way, that turned out to be true. But what I didn’t see coming was that growing up would unlock a whole new set of fears.
Joy in the noticing. How emotional intelligence can help you see happiness.
Emotional Intelligence lecturer and author Natalie Kenely talks about how emotional intelligence can be a tool that helps us see the joy hidden in our lives.
One breath at a time: ‘Woman of the sea’ Nikki Muscat on finding her passion
From the familiar Maltese waters, to the depths of the Indian Ocean, Nikki Muscat’s life has always revolved around the sea. A two-time Olympian turned freediver and conservationist, she speaks about passion, purpose, and how believing in yourself can transform not only your life, but also the world around you.
From creativity to community: The story behind ‘Made by Mothers’
For Jenny Zammit, creativity has always been a lifeline - and now it’s the driving force behind Made by Mothers, a social enterprise offering flexible, dignified work for mums. In this interview, Jenny shares her journey from struggling with traditional work to building a project that empowers mothers while creating beautiful, meaningful jewellery.
‘Show Up, Speak Up’: Insights from Noreen Burroughes Cesareo MBE
Many women support other women, but this woman’s impact has been so significant that she has earned recognition from the Royal Family as well as other international organisations. Noreen Burroughes Cesareo MBE - an international strategist and marketing expert – talks about the main obstacles that, in her years of experience, she has seen women face when stepping into the business world.
Dread, relief… and a new school-year resolution
As the school year fast approaches, I – like many parents out there - find myself caught in a strange mix of dread and relief. Two opposing feelings, tangled together.