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The Door Inside the Same Room
When we feel ready to leave, sometimes the change we need isn’t outside of us — it’s waiting behind an invisible door in the life we already have. A reflection on rediscovering purpose, renewal and courage in familiar places.

Katy Wicks
Oct 29, 20253 min read


The Masks We Wear: Authenticity vs Performance
We all wear masks. At work, with family, even with ourselves. This reflective blog explores authenticity vs performance, psychology of the persona, and how to notice the masks we carry.

Katy Wicks
Oct 21, 20254 min read


When Doing Nothing Is Doing Something
A brief look at the role of stillness and rest in a fast paced world, based on Stefan Sagmeisters TED Talk about his "Creative Sabbaticals".

Katy Wicks
Oct 14, 20253 min read


Free Speech, Fear and Listening: Who Really Gets Heard?
Free speech is protected by law, yet fear and inequality shape who gets heard. Explore how listening can build hope, not hate, in a noisy world.

Katy Wicks
Sep 17, 20257 min read


Embracing Change: The Seasons of Life
Discover how life’s natural seasons encourage reinvention every decade. Explore research on identity change, real case studies of midlife transformation, and practical tools to help you rediscover and recreate yourself after breakups, career shifts, or life transitions.

Katy Wicks
Sep 13, 20257 min read


Being a Body is Hard
"Being a body is hard." This heartfelt blog explores how beauty standards, selfie culture, and ageing shape our mental health. Inspired by a psychologist–surgeon debate and a personal reflection on modern body image, this post offers a compassionate take on learning to love our changing selves.

Katy Wicks
Sep 3, 20256 min read


From Boom to Zoom: A Generational Journey Through Health, Habits and Healing
Discover how five generations from the Silent Generation to Gen Z, have shaped their health, habits, and wellbeing. Explore trends in alcohol, parenting, diet, media, and mental health, and see how each era influenced life expectancy, from ration books to wellness apps.

Katy Wicks
Jul 30, 202510 min read


Feeling Low: When to Ride It Out and When to Seek Help
We all have days where the world feels a bit heavier. Maybe you’ve caught yourself wondering, “Is this normal?” or “Should I be worried about how I feel?” Or perhaps you've typed into Google: “How long should I feel low before doing something about it?” You're not alone. These are some of the most common questions people ask when they're feeling low.

Katy Wicks
Apr 16, 20256 min read


Wellbeing at Work: How To Influence Your Organisation To Make You Happier
There are proven links between increased capability in the workplace and productivity, but there is a third, less obvious product of learning and development opportunities... Your happiness.

Katy Wicks
Apr 9, 20254 min read
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