Transforming Life One Tile at a Time

Have you ever looked at a mosaic up close? It seems like a jumble of broken bits scattered in a seemingly random pattern. But step back, and suddenly, it is breathtaking, a masterpiece of colour, light, shades, and story.

Life, my friend, is no different! 

It isn’t about creating a perfect picture; it is about crafting a mosaic that is uniquely, gracefully you. Some pieces are smooth and polished, others rough, jagged, and unexpected. There are moments that shimmer with joy and others with a darker, thicker glow. Every fragment contributes to the whole, a mix of complexity and simplicity, honouring past experiences and welcoming bold and tentative new directions.

Wherever you are in your life, pause for a moment. 

Step back and appreciate this unique pattern you have created up to this point in time. 

You are a work of art in progress. 

• Is there any piece that needs changing, rearranging, or fixing?

• Have you got any spare tiles tucked away that you were ‘saving for later’? It might be time to dust them and slot them in. A hobby you have always wanted to start, a new skill to learn or a place to visit?

• Are there any empty spaces on your canvas? These gaps are opportunities; they offer room for spontaneity, growth, and whatever exciting pieces you want to acquire next.

Let me share a secret with you. The glue holding your mosaic together is the precious self-care component! Without this essential binding, even the most beautifully polished pieces won’t stay together.

This month, consider the following self-care activities:

• Mindful breathing
• Quiet moments of reflection or journaling
• Morning walks in the April sunshine listening to bird songs
• Heart-to-heart conversations with friends
• Spring cleaning your living space
• Join a mosaic workshop in Peacehaven with local artist Aimee Harman*

As you arrange each tile of your life’s mosaic, you inspire others to craft their own masterpieces alongside yours. Dare to be the change you want to see in your organisation, family, community, and life! 

* Reference: Check out the “Bee” mosaic around the planters in the roundabout on the coast road in Peacehaven, they carry beautiful messages.  www.aimeeharman.com

Join Our Mid-Life Mosaic Circle: Where Your Story Matters

Life is a mosaic—beautiful, messy and ever-changing.

Whether you are navigating life transitions, seeking community, reflecting, or wanting to be heard, this safe and nurturing women’s circle is for you.

We connect through authentic storytelling, finding wisdom and inspiration in each other’s experiences. 

Come to a space where you can soften, express, explore and just be.

Your Story Matters – Dare to Step In

To find out where and when the next Circle will take place, or ask us to organise one in your community, get in touch: [email protected]

Words: Mathilde Barbier