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What keeps me standing when everything gets wobbly
My phone rang, my mother was in the ambulance and she wasn't doing well at all. I jumped in the car and raced halfway across the country to get to... Read more...
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A slow Christmas
When November is around the corner I can always feel myself slowing down. Because come December I truly get time to rest and recuperate. That wasn't always the case. December... Read more...
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Drinking tea - confrontational and healing
I have just gotten comfy on the sofa under my warm blanket. On my left there's a cup of tea and on my right a side table with a candle... Read more...
Dicht bij jezelf blijven in een wereld die schreeuwt
Staying close to yourself in a world that screams
I feel like it's more important now than ever to stay true to myself. To practice coziness. I need it more than ever, and perhaps you do too. A little... Read more...
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Coping with tension
If I'd been as stressed as I am now a few years ago, I probably would have completely collapsed and perhaps even gotten sick. I thought about this this morning... Read more...
Esther - Lente Shoot
From broken to resilient
It's been almost two weeks since I left a message for my assistant Charlie, saying, "I'm done." It was after yet another work-related crisis in two months, and I simply... Read more...
Esther - Lente Shoot
'Everything seems to work out for you' - about paying attention to what is possible
Earlier this week, I was sitting at a table with Charlie (who handles my customer service) and she asked, "What makes everything work for you?" And for once, I was... Read more...
Esther - Lente Shoot
self-care for hassles...
I'm having a really tough month. Technically, things aren't working, unexpected things are very exciting... I'm spiraling from fear to anger, to action mode, and back again. And yet... if... Read more...
Esther - Lente Shoot
about 'comfort food for my soul'
I feel furious, angry, and furious inside. Why? Because we're leaving for a few days tomorrow. And I have some thoughts about it. I don't think my reaction is normal;... Read more...
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FAQ: Why don't you paint boys?
It's probably the most frequently asked question, and I always refer to my blog for an answer, but I just realized it's been a few years since I last wrote... Read more...
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Following your feeling
I know it's important, but it's always a struggle. Following your gut and not thinking too much. I'm getting better at it, and today I'll share with you the latest... Read more...
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Creating a new product: trial and error
You've probably already seen it: a new invention! In this blog post, I'll take you through the development of the cozy UP, which took over a year! And I can... Read more...