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Linh LP April 21st Health and Happiness Part 1: Gratefulness. This year, influenza seemed to hit many people hard. I was ill for three weeks – almost four. This isn't an excuse for not having sent a letter in so long, but it is why it took even longer. I was so ill that, in my pain, I genuinely thought: "Who would ever bear children into this world, knowing they'd suffer like this? Who? Why? What for?" – "Why, Mum?". Yeah, it was that bad. That line of thinking is probably rooted in the...

The last 7 days of your life. Years ago, my family and I established the ritual of asking each other a (profound) question before opening a present for Christmas. Although we don't give each other presents anymore, there's always something thoughtful or delicious under the tree. In my last newsletter, I shared suggestions for meaningful activities to enjoy with family beyond just eating. I'm happy to say it helped and that I still fit in my fencing trousers after Christmas :) Having read my...

A Christmas You Won't Regret (plus my favourite recipe) Driving home for Christmas—somehow, it feels a little unsettling rather than joyful. Don’t get me wrong, I appreciate the love of my family and being surrounded by the laughter of my little nephew—it brightens my day! However, I also appreciate my routine: I love eating lots of veggies, fasting 16-18h and training 5-6 times a week, plus going to the sauna once or twice. It keeps me energised and happy. At home for Christmas, the routine...

YOLO - how to do it right (and live your best life) Hello Reader, If you're like me, the expression "YOLO" makes you feel old. Or maybe you don't even know what it means. You Only Live Once - YOLO. I heard it again recently when talking to 17-year-old girls at fencing training. They were eating sweets constantly. After reading "Glucose Revolution", seeing this worries me. I tried telling them how the book changed how I perceive sugar and about the impact of sugar on our bodies, energy levels,...