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This is Structured Stream of Consciousness — the place where I make my introspections and observations public.

Yes, that’s me — I’m smiling because you’re here reading this :)

In January ‘23, I set an intention for the year to ‘write with purpose’. Out of a series of chaotic notes, journals and emails to myself, I started turning my stream of consciousness thought into structured first-person essays.

This Substack was the start of me ‘putting myself out there’, testing ideas and finding my voice. Now, as a freelance journalist, it’s a space for me to write about the things I love that might not fit to be pitched elsewhere. (Or, I just only want to share with my favourite, loving, loyal subscribers).

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It feels scary starting the writing journey. It is even harder sticking with it repeatedly. So, if you’re here reading this — take it as a heartfelt thanks. It makes it all the more worthwhile. Please do get in touch if you’d like to connect.

Thanks again — and please, feel free to tell your friends. Maybe even your enemies.

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Writer. Freelance journalist. Reader. Foodie. Hopeful romantic. A London writing community meet up host.