Begin my studies with the paper and this pencil and i'm working through the grammar of my fears.

I cry when I feel like crying.

Music makes me alive in a way that nothing quite does. Good art, good film, good books, good dance. Exhibitions, history. Nature makes me feel alive. Georgia in the rain - that makes me feel alive. Compassion makes me feel alive. Hard fought victories for social rights.

We're bombarded with media reports, with social media, with anyone with an opinion.

Engaging in new creative projects keeps me energized. I feel deeply grateful for all of the opportunities that life has given me.

Now I know why yoga is so life-giving for so many. I have never experienced a practice that combines such physical challenge and spiritual wellbeing in my life.

I try not to get personally involved in social media. It kind of makes me sick sometimes.