Community and Connection

Navigating the difficult world of making connections and developing a sense of community.

  • Join My Creative Workshops: Discounts Inside!

    It’s been a while since I last posted something on the blog, and a lot has happened in that time. I took a little break from posting to focus on other things in life as I felt my attention needed… Continue reading

    Join My Creative Workshops: Discounts Inside!
  • Daily Prompt: Camping

    Yes – just this weekend, in fact! I absolutely adore camping. There’s something so beautiful about just sitting around a campfire with your friends, eating food, telling stories and listening to music. This past weekend, we barbecued together and sat… Continue reading

    Daily Prompt: Camping
  • Unleashing Inspiration: A Journey of Reflection and Creativity

    As the month of April draws to a close, I’ve been thinking a lot about the power of inspiration and looking at how to carry it forward into May. Over this past month, we’ve reflected on quite a few different… Continue reading

    Unleashing Inspiration: A Journey of Reflection and Creativity
  • Finding Further Inspiration in Nature

    Please accept my apologies for a lack of blog posts recently… I hope my latest community project will make up for it! Continue reading

    Finding Further Inspiration in Nature
  • Finding Inspiration: Why I Do What I Do

    Join me for a reflection on my own inspirations on why I started The Opaque Elephant and where this inspiration is leading me now. From nature to connection and how creativity weaves through it all, I want to invite you… Continue reading

    Finding Inspiration: Why I Do What I Do
  • Inspiration in the Community

    Today, I’m reflecting on the importance of community and inspiration – ironically inspired by walk to Portland Park. Explore new perspectives and ideas, enhancing appreciation of nature and building a sense of community. Continue reading

    Inspiration in the Community
  • Awakening a Sense of Community

    Join me for the final post of the month, in which I explore community and connection. I’ll chat about classes and workshops, the value of in-person interactions and how I utilise online connections. Continue reading

    Awakening a Sense of Community
  • Awakening, Vulnerability, and Self-Limiting Beliefs

    Join me for some reflections on shedding self-limiting beliefs and caring too much about the opinions of others. Continue reading

    Awakening, Vulnerability, and Self-Limiting Beliefs
  • Reflections on My First Workshop!

    Join me as I reflect on my first informal workshop aimed at fostering community through creativity. Celebrating the Spring Equinox, we explored some painting and the joy of unstructured creativity, which I’m looking forward to doing for more people in… Continue reading

    Reflections on My First Workshop!
  • Spiritual Reflections in the Wake of Spring

    Join me for a short post in which I reflect on the Spring Equinox, and the importance of aligning with nature’s cycles. This period is seen as a time for setting intentions and revitalizing creative projects, fostering hope and motivation… Continue reading

    Spiritual Reflections in the Wake of Spring
  • How Awakening Fuels Emotional Wellness

    This week, we’re looking at emotional wellbeing and emphasising the importance of self-awareness and reflection. With some actionable steps towards fulfilment, I share personal insights on navigating emotions, social needs, and the importance of evaluating experiences. Continue reading

    How Awakening Fuels Emotional Wellness
  • Re-Awakening Hope as the Seasons Change

    The seasons are transitioning – and so is life! More personal than resourceful today… Continue reading

    Re-Awakening Hope as the Seasons Change
  • Self-Care in the Context of Strong Relationships

    This week, I’m going to explore the significance of self-care, particularly in relationships. We’ll look at the role of relationships in overall well-being, tackling loneliness and managing mental health issues. We’ll also navigate insights into establishing healthy boundaries for fulfilling… Continue reading

    Self-Care in the Context of Strong Relationships
  • The Shadow Side of Self-Love

    This week, I want to explore the balance of self-love, considering its positive aspects while addressing concerns about narcissism. With reflections on emotional labour, boundaries, and the importance of prioritizing oneself, I try to explore how to achieve balance in… Continue reading

    The Shadow Side of Self-Love
  • 5 Ways to Achieve Spiritual Fulfilment and Wellness

    Join me as I explore the concept of spiritual fulfilment and its importance in achieving overall wellness. It highlights personal values and connections to a greater purpose as essential elements. Suggestions for exploring spiritual fulfilment include meditation, connecting with nature,… Continue reading

    5 Ways to Achieve Spiritual Fulfilment and Wellness