We possess the collective capacity to foster a society where everyone is genuinely cared for. We could ensure a decent standard of living, robust safety nets, truly flexible working arrangements, inclusive environments, and a far more adaptable and engaging approach to the entire world of work.
Author Archives: Josie Moon
‘Eyeing the Universe’: A Milestone in Purposeful Art
My artistic philosophy dictates that art must possess integrity and meaning. It is never merely performative or created for spectacle.
The Land of the Unwell: Finding Sanctuary in the Garden
I was thinking recently that the garden is a microcosm of existence. It demands patience, nurtures growth, and accepts decay as part of the cycle. It teaches me about resilience, about the quiet strength of a tiny seed pushing through hardened earth.
The Fabric of Decency: Why Care Matters
How have we ended up in a situation where a lack of care, a lack of basic human decency, has become normalised?
Running Free at Sunset
We should never underestimate the profound love that dogs bring into our world, and we should always treat them with the respect they deserve, not as mere anthropomorphised ‘fur babies’ but as creatures of nature, with their own inherent ‘wolfishness’, their own distinct selves.
Beltane and the Barometer of Discontent
The quiet work in gardens and local initiatives may seem small in the face of these larger political currents, but it is in these spaces that the seeds of a more hopeful future are quietly being sown.
Eastward Gazing, Westward Turning: Easter Reflections in a Changing World
This week, that mental cauldron has been particularly active, simmering with recollections of Easters past.
Reflections on Blondie and Clem Burke
Clem Burke’s passing has brought back a rush of memories, a reminder of a time when music felt like it could genuinely change the world. And in a way, it did.
A Mirror to Brokenness
The current situation demands urgent and comprehensive change. We can no longer afford incremental progress. We must invest in our communities, empower our young people, and strive to create a society in which all individuals have the opportunity to thrive. This is not an idealistic aspiration but a fundamental matter of human rights.
Creating Your Personal Sanctuary
In difficult times, we all need a refuge, whether physical or mental.