Brew & A Biscuit

Today I look at how we gain comfort and joy. From the practical to the non tangible but life giving tasks we can give others as well as ourselves.

I do my very best impression of Ben Affleck (I am lying I didn't try).

I also promise you lots of links in the show notes - yes these show notes! Well it is the season of giving even if that giving is weblinks.

Here are the links on comfort food

Why we crave comfort foods in winter

4 Reasons we are comforted by comfort food

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I was so luck to have Jennifer of Kids Eat In Color about all things food related.

We discuss the systemic issues that influence our food issues and choices. We talk about the need for intersectionality to be at the forefront of nutritional conversations. Food portions, bad food messaging with children.

We also discussed her amazing new project Affordable Flavors. If you want to buy the meal plans or in fact donate money so a family on a limited budget can get the meal plans then you can follow THIS LINK

YOu can also find Jennifer on instagram (kids.eat.in.color) where she gives so much free advice and support to parents around the globe.

This is a long one but it will not feel that way because Kimberly is funny, interesting and smart.

In this episode I talk with Kimberly who is a Goddess of an entrepreneur about starting businesses. olfactory priming, the early days of blogging, the impact our interiors have on us, old lady communes. There is even a section where we try and convince you we are glamorous.

Find her blog here Swoonworthy and buy here candles here Swoonworthy Scents

Well it is here episode 10 where I announce the winner of the launch hamper. Thank you so much to everyone who has left a review and rating for the podcast.

This episode explores overcoming adversity, how we can find ways to cope and debunks some of the advice you might find elsewhere online.

There is a trigger warning in this episode as I do mention trauma and traumatic events around abuse, baby loss and cancer. If you ever feel the need to talk please feel free to email me nicolettebrewpodATgmailDOTcom

I have not listed specific helplines as there are so many specific ones depending on your need and location but if you are struggling to find help let me know and I will search for you.

In this episode I explore the concept of creativity far beyond the outcome. I look at memory retention. Why creativity is also important in STEM industries. How we can re-train our brain to be creative. Creativity and well being and creativity to reduce anti social behaviour. It is a big episode and my pet subject.