Suzy Reading is the author of over ten non fiction books and a trailblazer when it comes to self-care, wellness and wellbeing.

Chartered Psychologist, yoga teacher and author she has been a steady voice reminding us to slow down, be present and to take care of ourselves.

Last month I was lucky enough to sit down and chat with her and her generosity of spirit shines through the whole conversation.

I’m so pleased to be able to share it with you here, so put on the kettle, pop in your earphones and spend a some time with Suzy.

Earlier this year I had the most incredible privilege to sit down for a chat with the absolute powerhouse that is Jennie Godfrey.

The warmth, honesty, and candid humour that Jennie brings to the conversation make it very easy to see why her first two books have become such runaway, huge success.

In her fifties, Jennie stepped away from a successful career in HR to write The List of Suspicious Things which was published in 2025 and reached number 1 on the Sunday Times Bestsellers List and followed it with The Barbecue at No. 9 which became an instant bestseller.

I loved my conversation with Jennie, I loved her telling me she has never been happier in her life than in her 50’s and her openness, curiosity and generosity is infectious.

I am so happy that I get to share this conversation with you and I hope you enjoy listening half as much as I enjoyed making it.

Much Love,

Jo xx

PS

Next week I’m sharing the conversation I had with Suzy Reading (do I have the best job or what?)

Did you ever read a bed time story as a child?

Or maybe you listen to the radio, or have a comfort TV show that you watch before bed.

The human brain is primed to find stories comforting and relaxing. For millennia we have told tales in the evening in front of a fire. They remind us of safety, of belonging, of being part of a tribe.

A sleep story is an adult bedtime story, specifically picked for their gentle, cosy nature. They are interesting enough to stop your mind wandering but not so interesting you get involved in the plot.

I have wanted to record one for ages but it’s a little bit different to what I normally post so I haven’t had the confidence. So when someone in my zoom studio specifically asked for one, I jumped at the chance.

I have chosen the Wind in the Willows as this was a particular favourite of mine when I was a child, and if people enjoy it I will make it into a series.

So pop it on when you’re dropping off and let me know.

Did you know?

That you can now download substack videos so you can watch them offline. Just click the three dots and choose download so you can then listen without having to be connected to the internet.

That means you can listen without being distracted by other things.