I’ve just spent a week away learning about all things leadership. And what a week. Inspirational speakers, workshops, new ideas, time outdoors, mindfulness, team sessions, not to mention meeting so many great people. I’m lucky to have been given this opportunity through work. But what did I learn? The big stuff My notebook’s full of […]
Does my running gear have to cost the earth?
I love running. And I want gear that’s decent quality and comfortable to wear. But does it have to come at a cost to the planet? It’s something I’ve been thinking about a lot recently. So, I decided to do a quick comparison between two types of running kit. The first is gear I used […]
7 steps I’ve taken for less plastic in my life
In a recent post, I wrote that one of my goals for 2018 is to reduce the amount of single-use plastic in my life. So, below are 7 simple steps I’ve taken to get me started. 1. Bags for life Ok, I’ve been using these for years. But this is probably the simplest step anyone can […]
Hooked on podcasts
Podcasts. I’ll admit, I’ve been slow on the up-take. For years, they’ve passed me by. Why listen to people yakking about politics when I could be listening to Black Sabbath? Now, they’re as much a part of my day as a morning coffee. So how did I go from podcast sceptic to podcast addict? A […]
An outdoor jacket that’s 100% PFC free
I don’t do product placement, gear reviews or any of that kind of stuff. But I do care about companies who make their clothing and gear as low impact as possible. So in this post, I’m doffing my (low impact) cap to howies. Their new SS17 range is 100% PFC free (and PTFE free), which means […]
How you can help save our trees
As you can probably tell from the picture below, I’m quite partial to a good woodland. In fact, exploring lesser known ancient woodlands in South Wales has become a bit of a hobby of mine. Not only do they offer unrivalled peace and tranquility, but they richly reward anyone who cares to pay attention with […]