Landing back in London after time away has felt like a mix of emotionsâfamiliar, yet different.
A little chaotic, a little grounding and peaceful. Iâm moving through the in-between time which I wrote about in my last letter. I am moving through it with curiosity, with this quote in my heart:
"All great changes are preceded by chaos."
What if, instead of resisting the messiness of change, we saw it as proof that something new is unfolding? What if the in-between wasnât lost timeâbut the most important part of all?
So, instead of resisting the chaos and the waves it brings, Iâm leaning into itâwith small rituals, comforting things, and intuitive practices that help me land softly. So, I thought to share these. Maybe theyâll help you too. âš
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đ A Thought: âChange is like waves. They come and go but you just gotta keep riding through them.â đ
Change, like waves, comes and goes. Sometimes itâs gentle, sometimes it crashes over youâbut the only way is through.
On my last days in Bali, I recorded a little reminder: Waves are a metaphor for lifeâs changes. You donât have to fight them. You donât have to fear them. You just ride them, knowing youâre strong enough to move through all the currents life brings your way. đ
And rememberâevery wave passes. Even the biggest ones.
đ A Poem by Morgan Harper Nichols
This poem is a whisper in the midst of changeâa gentle reminder to soften into the unknown.
Just four days in being back in London, Iâve felt the pull of human doing modeâthe pressure to hustle, to have everything figured out. But my nervous system craves peaceful mode instead. Flowing through each moment. Taking action from a centered place.
If youâve felt that tug-of-war too, this poem might be the breath of fresh air you need.
đ” A Song/Playlist: JP Cooper - Waiting On A Blue Sky
Right now, London is grey. Winter is still around. The lack of sunlight is realâand so is the seasonal heaviness that comes with it. Having left bright and sunny Bali, I feel the shock of it. But this song feels like a hug to the soul, reminding us that everything is temporary.
âDonât pay no mind to your fear, it's a lie
Iâll keep a place for you here while your waiting on a blue sky
Sooner or later, I know your tears gonna dry
Why donât we dance in the rain while we're waiting on a blue skyâ
Whatever season youâre inâliteral or emotionalâthis too shall pass. The sun will rise again. In the meantime, dance in the rain, embracing the journey of it all. đ
đš A Practice: One Wish For Today
Since being back to London, weâve done this with my friend Alex upon waking up.
Each morning, when you wake up, ask yourself:
âš What is my one wish for today? âš
It doesnât need to be big. It doesnât even need to be specific. Maybe you wish for ease. Maybe you wish for a moment of laughter or having a productive day. Maybe you wish to feel held.
Itâs a tiny, intentional drop of hopeâa way to set the tone for your day without pressure or expectation.
đš An Activity: Walk & Talk on Valentineâs Weekend
Valentineâs isnât just for couplesâitâs for connection. đ
If youâre in London, come join me for a Walk & Talk in Notting Hill on Valentineâs weekend. Itâs a chance to move, chat, and connectâwhether youâre flying solo, bringing a friend, or just craving some heartful conversation. No pressure, no expectationsâjust fresh air, good company, and chat about rom com and love that takes many forms in our lives.
đ Notting Hill
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Saturday, 15th January, 1pm-4:30pm
Would love to see you there. Let me know if youâre coming! đ¶ââïžđ«
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Sending you a big hug, and remember: youâre doing better than you think. x
Heartfully,
Essi
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