In the last episode of this season Editor of The Simple Things magazine, Lisa Sykes and Wellbeing Editor, Becs Frank are feeling the joys of spring through small ways to be happy. Join their chat about the dawn chorus and birdsong, why singing is good for everyone, revisiting pastimes from your childhood, good friends and cooing over new life. As always, there will be an original short story to take a moment with. A Spring Tonic is supported by Pause, the subscription box from Mind  To...

When is a weed not a weed, the wonder of bluebells and the precarious life of a tadpole. Learn how to bloom this spring, as Editor of The Simple Things magazine, Lisa Sykes looks for small ways to flourish with regular contributor and Editor of Ernest Journal, Jo Tinsley. Discussing life lessons from nature, join them as they chat about hedgerows weeds we like and why growing things is good for you. There will be time to listen to an original short story and to take a tea break with the sun...

How does fresh air, fresh food and a bit of fresh thinking sound? This week Editor of The Simple Things magazine, Lisa Sykes and Wellbeing Editor, Becs Frank look for small ways to bring in spring. They start by opening the windows, trying some homespun cleaning and pegging out the washing. There’ll be chat about homegrown herbs and adding a twist to favourite meals. And why cycling is a good thing. Join them to hear this episode’s original short story and discover just what’s in their...

Join the discussion about could-do lists and spontaneous day trips, following a quest, unusual sources of inspiration and the best ways to play truant... oh, and satisfying stuff you can do in a day.  In this episode Editor of The Simple Things magazine, Lisa Sykes seeks out small ways to seize the moment with regular contributor and author of The Slow Traveller, Jo Tinsley. Relish a moment of calm yourself and listen to this week’s original short story.  A Spring Tonic is supported by Pause,...

This week Lisa & Becs are feeling curious and ready to try something new.  Join them to explore spring foraging and experimental cooking, picking up the things they tried in lockdown and discovering why being curious is good for all of us.  Pop the kettle on and pause for a moment with an original short story plus we’ll hear from Mind, which is supporting A Spring Tonic through Pause, the monthly subscription box. To subscribe or order a copy of the magazine visit thesimplethings.com

This week we are sharing chocolate and cake with Editor of The Simple Things magazine, Lisa Sykes and Wellbeing Editor, Becs Frank. Join them as they chat about why we love an inessential meal, how a treat lifts your mood, the joy of fresh eggs, time away from the to-do list and whether it’s better to save for something special. There will be time to put the kettle on and pause for a moment with an original short story. A Spring Tonic is supported by Pause, the subscription box from...

This week  we discuss simple things to marvel at during winter. In the last of this season, we embrace the season’s bleak but dramatic landscapes, why we love a small hill, natural spectacles, frost and ice and make mention of dragons… Join us in The Hibernacle, hosted by Editor of The Simple Things magazine, Lisa Sykes with Jo Tinsley, regular contributor to the magazine, Editor of Ernest Journal and author of The Slow Traveller. The Hibernacle is supported by Charnwood Stoves

This week we take a wander in the Hibernacle. We are seeking ways to overcome the lack of daylight and bad weather to lead us out of winter hibernation. Expect beachcombing, microclimates and lunchtime adventures. NB. Please check the laws around beachcombing for your own location. Editor of The Simple Things magazine, Lisa Sykes is chatting with Jo Tinsley, regular contributor to the magazine, Editor of Ernest Journal and author of The Slow Traveller and fellow outdoors fan. The...

We look ahead in The Hibernacle this week; exploring the power of positive thinking, the benefits of armchair travel, stating intentions, making plans and spending time with our hopes and dreams, in our WISH episode. Hosted by Editor of The Simple Things magazine, Lisa Sykes and Wellbeing Editor, Becs Frank . The Hibernacle is supported by Charnwood Stoves

This week in The Hibernacle, Editor of The Simple Things magazine, Lisa Sykes and Wellbeing Editor Becs Frank don their jolliest jumpers and share good cake as they discover small ways to make winter a bit more merry. Think good mood foods and gatherings, seasonal celebrations and the urge to grow things. And why wearing bright things can help. Put the kettle on and pause for a moment with an original short story. The Hibernacle is supported by Charnwood Stoves

This week in The Hibernacle, Editor of The Simple Things magazine, Lisa Sykes shares tea and cake with Wellbeing Editor Becs Frank as they seek out crumbs of comfort and ways to feel better in winter. Join them as they talk hot drinks and warm places for cold days, discuss the merits of saunas and which old fashioned remedies really work. There will time to out the kettle on and pause for a moment with an original short story. The Hibernacle is supported by Charnwood Stoves

Small Ways to Live Well is a podcast from The Simple Things, a monthly magazine about slowing down, remembering what’s important and making the most of where you live. Hosted by the Editor, Lisa Sykes, in Season 1 she’ll be sharing tea & cake with colleagues and contributors in The Hibernacle – a winter retreat where you can pretend for a time that the outside world doesn’t exist.  Each episode offers a different take on thriving in winter.     It’s a tonic for the coldest and darkest...