Alison in the Universe

01/03/2026

Thank you February & everyone who made it spectacular!!! We’re only 50% through FringMas & we have Womad next weekend & I am here for it!!

The list of live music this month is ridiculous! Lorde, The Tea Party, De La Soul, Drapht, Pulp, Regurgitator, Transvision Vampire, The Bamboos, I’ve had fringe shows, Gay Bingo & so many hangs with friends & I am just beside myself grateful for all of it!

31/12/2025

There has been some tipping upside down of my life this year, somethings inevitable, others I don’t see coming. The inevitable I accepted, worked through & processed in the way I always do, often without ‘help’ or outside knowledge. It’s how I do things, but I felt held & lived & strong for the relationships I have in my life regardless of whether these humans knew what was happening for me I used that strength & will.

As for the stuff I didn’t see coming but really want to embrace & focus on for 2026. I will lean in to what feels good, I will stop protecting others, putting myself last on the list & ignoring my dreams & wishes. I will protect my peace & that of those I am connected with, I will not persist in spaces I am not appreciated & I will be clear & articulate moving ahead if it kills me ❤️

#2025 #2026 #

20/12/2025

Summer & holiday mode is now engaged. Thanks so much for such a wonderful year, all my students & clients who have given me purpose & direction, my friends who have held me up & walked beside me with love & solidarity. I am a very grateful woman & one that does not plan on taking anything for granted in 2026 ❤️

I hope you get some quality time w people who fill your bucket, some rest & intentional time to relax, even if it’s a few minutes a day it ALL matters folks.

30/11/2025

Goodness me!! What a morning. It perhaps might be a little silly for this middle aged woman to be swooning over a band & an album but THIS band & THIS album have been a saving grace, a salve of you will & so meaningful & well timed!

I walked in the pi***ng rain to the festival today so I didn’t bring my record BUT managed to get a t-shirt instead & a photo & a signature 🙌🏼🙌🏼

Thank you so much for a phenomenal show but also for putting yourselves out there for all of us! That video of w the rawness & bravery written all over her face is EVERYTHING ❤️❤️🙏

14/11/2025

I am really excited to share this offering from an amazing social worker & colleague. Please share with your networks & get in touch via the QR code or contact details for further info & to book.

07/10/2025

06/10/2025

A Sunday for the grid, hello October & hello daylight savings & warmer weather ❤️

(Don’t smoke, that s**t is terrible for your skin!!)

13/08/2025

My last day by the beach before I head to the mountains for 5 days. I stepped out of my comfort zone this trip & went further afield & had no idea what I would find. It’s been fabulous & I have done very little.

05/08/2025

See my recent Blog Post for simple tips you can start today (& who doesn't love a survey)

Today, I want to share a small activity to support your wellbeing.

We often take care of others before ourselves, but our well-being matters too. This Self-Care Assessment looks at 6 areas of life – Physical, Psychological, Emotional, Spiritual, Relationships, and Workplace balance – helping you see where you’re thriving and where you might need more care.

This year I’ve been delivering Free Resilience to Burnout workshops with foster and kinship carers thanks to funding from the Augusta Zadow Award.Today, I want to share a small activity to support your wellbeing.We often take care of others before ourselves, but our well-being matters too. This Se...

02/08/2025

July: Thanks so much for visiting, there was some rough spots but here is the best bits for the grid ❤️