09/07/2026
The older I get, the more I realise life is really just about finding your people. The ones who cheer you on, make you laugh, and remind you not to take it all too seriously.
This is to my work wife đź’Ť
15/06/2026
Digital detox + Qigong & Yoga Retreat = Happy Rory
A rather windy few days by the sea side, clearing away all the cobwebs. What a dream and beautiful time. Thanks to Jeannie Hall Mimi Kuo-Deemer for holding space while I took a step back and enjoyed some time away.
I know I like retreats but I’m always blown away by the peace and clarity they bring. But most of all the wonderful community of people it brings together. Thank you to every person that made it so special.
I barely spent any time in my phone. Fully disconnected but plugged into the present moment. Just a handful of snaps I took
14/06/2026
At home ✨
Join me online for yoga & qigong classes every week
Tuesday
Qigong 18:00
Friday
Yoga 08:00
I am so invested in making yoga and qigong accessible to all and am offering a monthly membership for ÂŁ30. You receive unlimited classes, access to my video library (all classes!), monthly specials, discounts to in person retreats and events and more!
Otherwise, classes are £10 and I’ll always send the recording for you to rewatch or simply catch up if you can’t make the time.
All you need is yourself and enough room to swing a cat. From my home to yours ✨
Take a look at my website to join, links on my profile
08/06/2026
This week I’m turning my phone into a brick. No internet, no social media. Just real life (and calls and texts for emergencies).
I have the great joy of joining a yoga retreat today and was inspired by a recent article I read to tie in a digital detox too.
It talked about the effects of social media and phone usage on our brains. I’m sure this isn’t new information for you but as someone who uses their phone a lot for work and fun, plus a history with depression and anxiety. I am keen to put boundaries to things that can bring on any symptoms.
Lately, I’ve become aware of how much I’m using my phone. Anywhere between 4-5 hours a day. Sometimes when I finally put it down, I feel a foggy-ness. My attention is scattered and I’m not able to do anything, my thoughts are not clear, and I’m left wondering how I’m going to complete simple tasks. Has anyone else ever felt the same?
I also realise while writing all this to you on social media it is very ironic….
However, it’s something I often talk about in classes, finding balance.
These tools allow us to connect, learn, create, and stay in touch with our communities. Amazing! But it becomes a problem when it takes up more space in your life than actually *being* in person with your community.
So I’m stepping away for the next 5 days and seeing, when there’s less noise, what can grow.
See you on the other side 🌀