Small Ways To Live Well from The Simple Things
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 5: Return of the light, she’ll be seeking out glimpses of spring, shrugging off winter and embracing some self-care, alongside wellbeing editor Becs Frank and regular contributor Jo Tinsley.
The beginning of February marks the half-way point between the winter solstice and the spring equinox, from here on in there are increasing glimpses of spring right through to the clocks going forward in late March when hopefully the proverbial lion turns into a lamb. This is an optimistic, forward-looking time, when we’re more than ready to come out of hibernation to take on new projects. And there are festivals and feasts to brighten the still grey days. February is the chilliest month but it’s all about cold hands and warm hearts.
Let our podcast be your soothing companion to see out winter and welcome in spring. Six episodes released weekly from 9 February. Plus don’t miss our Easter Special on Good Friday. Season 5: Return of the Light is supported by Blackdown Shepherd Huts
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Episodes
31 episodes
Return of the Light - EASTER SPECIAL
Join us for our Easter Special episode of Small Ways to Live Well, the podcast from The Simple Things magazine Released on Good Friday, Team TST are recording live from a Blackdown Shepherd Hut in Somerset where they’ll enjoy cake a...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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38:32
Return of the Light Episode 6 - BLOSSOM
Feeling like spring has sprung? Join The Simple Things editor, Lisa Sykes, and wellbeing editor Rebecca Frank, who are marvelling at the first signs of spring with a hot picnic to go, enjoying the blossom in our gardens and finding out how diff...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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42:42
Return of the Light Episode 5 - RENEW
If you’ve got an urge to ‘sort things out’ we’re here to help cheer up a chore. The Simple Things’ Editor Lisa Sykes and author of The Slow Traveller,
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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40:53
Return of the Light Episode 4 - AWAKE
Shrug off winter and wake up to spring – you’ll feel your energy levels rise while you listen to this episode. The Simple Things’ Editor Lisa Sykes and author of The Slow Traveller,
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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41:36
Return of the Light Episode 3 - BALM
If you’re looking for ways to comfort and soothe your winter weary mind and body, then pop the kettle on, curl up and join us.The Simple Things’ Editor Lisa Sykes and Wellbeing Editor,...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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44:08
Return of the Light Episode 2 - BREATHE
If you’ve got cabin fever and are ready to head out and about then we’re here to helpWellbeing editor, Rebecca Frank and author of The Slow Traveller, Jo Tinsley, are t...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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33:47
Return of the Light Episode 1 - TENDER
If you’re not yet ready to come out of hibernation then this episode is for you. Editor, Lisa Sykes, and wellbeing editor, ...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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39:20
Fruitfulness Episode 5 - STIR UP SUNDAY SPECIAL
Join in our special cook along episode as the team make Christmas cakes, large and small and a gluten-free pudding. In between stirring and mixing, The Simple Things’ Editor Lisa Sykes, Wellbeing Editor Becs Frank and regular contributor Jo Tin...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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44:42
Fruitfulness Episode 4 - NOURISH
In our Nourish episode Lisa Sykes, editor of The Simple Things magazine, chats to Wellbeing editor Becs Frank about hearty and healthy comfort food, domestic goddesses, why we all have a favourite mug and how to feed your skin in the winter mon...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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31:53
Fruitfulness Episode 3 - SEED
This week, Editor of The Simple Things magazine, Lisa Sykes and regular contributor, Jo Tinsley seek out treasures of the season such as berries, hips, haws, pine cones and conkers; making magical land art; guerrilla gardening and seed bombs; g...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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30:47
Fruitfulness Episode 2 - SPARK
Wellbeing Editor of The Simple Things magazine, Becs Frank and regular contributor, Jo Tinsley discuss our fascination with fire, spicy foods for eating and healing, mending winter woollens and ways to make an autumn walk more ‘awe’ inspiring. ...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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36:26
Fruitfulness Episode 1 - GLOW
Editor of The Simple Things magazine, Lisa Sykes and Wellbeing Editor Becs Frank light candles, discuss ways to save daylight and keep melancholy at bay, marvel at autumn colours and the science behind them. The kettle’s on, there is a selectio...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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36:12
Everyday Holidays Episode 6 - PAUSE
This episode we take a moment to enjoy the final throes of summer before the return to routine and the start of another season. The Simple Things Editor, Lisa Sykes, and Wellbeing Editor, Becs Frank are taking stock and setting intentions but a...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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36:05
Everyday Holidays Episode 5 - PLAY
They don't call August silly season for nothing. The Simple Things’ Wellbeing Editor, Becs Frank, is back with Editor, Lisa Sykes eating ice cream and lollies and playing big kid games in the park. They’re going barefoot and tryin...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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36:06
Everyday Holidays Episode 4 - DREAM
If you fancy an afternoon to drift and make plans from your deckchair, think of this episode as your permission slip. Join the Simple Things’ Editor, Lisa Sykes and regular contributor, Jo Tinsley to find the right headspace, dream of a differe...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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37:53
Everyday Holidays Episode 3 - POTTER
Slow adventurer Jo Tinsley is back with The Simple Things’ Editor Lisa Sykes appreciating some of the best ways to waste time when you can this summer. First stop is at the beach where they collect sea glass and hagstones, make a sundial and ex...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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38:04
Everyday Holidays Episode 2 - FLOWER
In this episode we dress like we’re on holiday, all the better to feel sunshine vibes. Editor of The Simple Things magazine, Lisa Sykes and Wellbeing Editor, Becs Frank explore how and why we unfur...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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38:40
Unwind - Small Ways to Live Well Season 3 Episode 1
Episode 1 – UNWINDThis week, Editor of The Simple Things magazine, Lisa Sykes, finds ways to slow down with Wellbeing Editor, Becs Frank. Join them as they discuss active rest, holiday packi...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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37:22
The Spring Tonic Episode 6 - SING
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 a...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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36:29
The Spring Tonic Episode 5 - BLOOM
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 ...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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33:44
The Spring Tonic Episode 4 - FRESH
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...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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34:27
The Spring Tonic Episode 3 - RELISH
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
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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35:01
The Spring Tonic Episode 2 - CURIOUS
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...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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37:03
The Spring Tonic Episode 1 - TREAT
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...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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37:11
The Hibernacle Episode 6 – WONDER
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…...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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38:18