Manner | Issue 9

MANNER FASHION AND BEAUTY IN JERSEY

Chantelle Mundy "HEALTH ISN’T GUARANTEED IN LIFE... YOU’VE GOT TO TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF."

BIRTH STRIKING FOR THE EARTH

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CONTENTS FASHION 11. TRENDING

What's trending now

13. SHOPPING

Editor's picks of the hottest pieces right now

14. AUTUMN TRENDS

Rose print, beige and leather

21. THE PUFFY SHOULDER How to wear big shoulders

23. BRINGING BACK BOURGEOIS Liana Shaw looks at the biggest trend of AW19

27. HOW TO WEAR SUITS

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Dressed up or dressed down

29. SEASON KEY PIECES 32. DARK FLORALS

TRAVEL

35. MUSINGS

Laura Butlin-Policarpo shares her tips for travelling solo

Everything you need to get you through the season ahead Everything from fashion to homewares Laura Butlin-Policarpo shares the things she's loving right now

44. COUNTRY STYLE

Marc Whitehead photographs Iza Bogusz at Samarès Manor

FEATURES

38. SHE DECIDED SHE COULD, SO SHE DID

Chantelle Mundy tells Lucy Sanderson about her plans to help push mental health awareness in Jersey

74. THE PEAK DISTRICT

Emily Smith shares her favourite spots in The Peak District.

76. VARANASI

Cliona Elliott explains why Varanasi is the most fascinating place she's ever visited

LIFESTYLE

Harriet Rouse shares her tips on tidying the autumn garden and prepare for spring

82. ZERO WASTE

BEAUTY

DIY beauty, straight from the garden

88. FINANCIAL GROWTH

60. LA VIE EN ROSE

Marc Whitehead photographs Gabi Zych

WELLNESS

85. FOOD: GROW YOUR OWN Recipes by Christian Gott

Hannah Carolan shares her financial tips and tools

90. WOMEN: BIRTH STRIKING FOR THE EARTH

65. SPACE TO GROW

Cliona Elliott talks about the growing movement of 'birth-strikers'.

68. BACK TO BASICS

Bex Evans discuses age gaps in relationships

Mandy Snook talks about personal growth Sarah Thatcher talks about Ayurveda

70. EXERCISE AND NUTRITION FOR WELLBEING Chloe Bowler discuses how exercise and diet play a vital role in our wellbeing

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79. AUTUMN GARDENING

Emily Smith talks about the zero waste movement in Jersey

56. BEAUTY GARDEN

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73. SOLO TRAVEL

92. DATING: MIND THE GAP

CULTURE 95. BOOK CLUB

Hannah Carolan's must-read books

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MANNER contributors

Laura Butlin-Policarpo is a style-conscious supporter of independent businesses, a floral enthusiast and brunch connoisseur.

Mandy Snook is a teacher, parent and grandmother. Her passions are her family, learning and spiritual enlightenment.

Reading, writing and cooking all bring her great joy and relaxation.

Harriet Rouse is the owner and founder of www.gifts.je.

With a weakness for strong coffee and an uncanny ability to kill pot plants, she has over ten years experience as a freelance writer.

Liana Shaw is a freelance writer. When she isn't writing, she's off exploring far and exotic places.

Cliona Elliott is a freelance writer. She loves travelling, brunching, listening to stories and anything sparkly.

Chloë Bowler is a celebrity personal trainer and owner of Health Chef, which delivers freshly prepared, healthy and delicious meals straight to your door, three times a week.

Hannah Carolan is a freelance writer, marketer and event management professional.

She enjoys drinking prosecco, sleeping, creating stuff and exploring new countries.

Bex Evans is originally from Leeds, but has called Jersey home for 14 years. She can be found writing, reading and jogging around the island.

Sarah Watson is a married, mum of two. She works in finance and is currently training at Reflexology Academy London to become a Professional Clinical Reflexologist.

Emily Smith has just spent 14 months travelling NZ, the Philippines and India. All of her spare time is spent on the beach or searching for hedge veg.

Lucy Sanderson is a freelance commercial copywriter and content marketer. She loves witty words, conjuring up campaigns, hanging with her side-kick, Ava Grace and doing a lot of cooking.

Christian Gott is a full-time chef here on his fourth and favourite island and a father of two. Any spare time is spent writing about food.

Manner magazine is owned and published by W Media Ltd. No person, organisation or party can copy or reproduce any part of this publication without written consent from the editor. This disclaimer informs readers that the views, thoughts and opinions expressed in the text belong solely to the author and not necessarily to Manner.

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Cover shot by Cleo Leather Chantelle wears jacket £135, Eclectic, Makeup: Gabi Zych Hair: Damian Philpott

EDITOR'S LETTER

Hello..

Not long after having Beatrice, I started to feel really low. I had a baby, a happy marriage, a business I love, and a nice home, but I still felt like something was missing, which in turn, made me feel guilty. I just couldn’t shake the feeling.

I recently re-connected with a friend, and we spent an hour talking about happiness and spiritual growth. I never took myself as a spiritual person but after leaving, I felt different, I felt lighter. After our coffee I asked her if she would write an article on personal growth, a subject she seems very familiar with, to which she kindly agreed.

One paragraph that really resonated with me is the following; “We are so weighed down by what we have, by what we are afraid to lose that we cling stubbornly to what we believe identifies us, to what makes us recognisable. The very stuff that is holding us back from becoming.”

You can read Mandy’s full article ‘Space to Grow’ on page 79.

Talking of growth, I’ve become quite the keen gardener! Over the summer I’ve grown a plethora of flowers, herbs and fresh tomatoes. I’ve tried and tested one of Christian Gott’s recipes, Sun Blushed Tomatoes, and I can confirm, it’s delicious! His recipes can be found on page 101. Harriet Rouse also shares her tips on how to tidy the autumn garden and prepare for the spring (page 95).

For our cover story this season, Lucy Sanderson interviewed Chantelle Mundy – a 23-year-old inspiration. Not only did she co-found Thrive (a hub for local mental health charities), but she is also working with The Resilience Development Company.

She is now aiming to bring the Miss World competition to Jersey. The competition includes the ‘Beauty with a Purpose’ round, which, if won, would help put mental health at the forefront in Jersey.

Our country style editorial was shot by Marc Whitehead in the stunning grounds of Samarès Manor. Our model, Iza, looked stunning in floral dresses, chunky knitwear and plaids (page 56). Other trends in this issue include cardigans, chunky boots, rose print, leather (real and faux) and head to toe beige.

As always, I hope you enjoy reading this issue.

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Fabienne Chapot 'Imagine a house where the colours are deeper and richer, where the patterns are intricate and almost alive. A home to women who recognise each other in the strength of their mind, their heart and their sense of humour. A place for laughter, adventure and creativity. Welcome to the House of Fabienne Chapot.'

OVERSIZED BAGS A bag to hold everything! Worn slung over the shoulder, or folded under the arm, this is one of the most useful trends we’ve seen in a while.

BAG £320, LONGCHAMP AT VOISINS

Trending What's trending right now

The Danish label may have started out as an accessories and footwear brand, but their ready-to-wear is quickly becoming known for playful, statement pieces. Our favourite? The 'I'm In Love With An Alien' print skirt.

Available from Manna, West Centre

Images: Simon Armstrong

KIMONO £40 TOP £45 BOTTOMS £45 HAIRBAND £12

Days of August make beautiful, bold, LOUNGEWEAR SETS One Hundred Stars create beautiful screen printed loungewear sets. Each season they adapt new patterns and prints injecting a fresh wave of creativity into each of their designs. The 'Stork' gown, headband, top and pants are all available from Eclectic in Liberty Wharf.

ethical jewellery. Crafted from fully recycled and reclaimed materials, its core values remain the same as they have done since they founded in 2011 in Australia.

The business is carbon neutral and all the work is made locally rather than outsourced. The practices are ethical and cruelty free, and the product is a beautiful, durable, hypo-allergenic, light and easy to wear range of jewellery that is exclusive available through Harriet and Rose in Jersey.

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FASHION

Shopping

The pieces on our wish list BRACELET £89, DKNY, SHADES OF TIME AT DE GRUCHY

SHIRT £122, ARMANI EXCHANGE AT NAUTILUS

CARDIGAN £170, SET AT MANNA

DRESS £152.10, DAMSEL IN A DRESS AT DE GRUCHY

BELT £35, CHICHI

DRESS £135, SCOTCH & SODA AT VOISINS

SKIRT £158, MARELLA AT NAUTILUS

BAG £405, KATE SPADE AT VOISINS

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FASHION

COMING UP ROSES Roses are flowering up in all colours and sizes. Will you go modern or traditional?

RING £14, ACCESSORIZE

DOLCE AND GABBANA

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN

BLOUSE £62.10, PHASE 8 AT DE GRUCHY

DRESS £284, RIXO AT VOISINS

ZIMMERMANN

KIMONO £97, ALL SAINTS AT VOISINS

SUNGLASSES £216, DOLCE AND GABBANA

BLOUSE £29, TOPSHOP

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MAX MARA

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FASHION JERSEY GRANITE EARRINGS £118, AQUA

BEIGE

Beige is no longer boring - mix various shades, fabrics and textures for a timeless look.

JUMPER £151, ALL SAINTS AT VOISINS

THE ROW

COAT £170, MINT VELVET AT DE GRUCHY

SKIRT £190, WEEKEND MAX MARA AT VOISINS

GILET £105, ECLECTIC

JEANS £200, PAIGE AT VOISINS

BOOTS £125, MINT VELVET AT DE GRUCHY HERMES

Images: Shutterstock/ Ovidiu Hrubaru, Aleksandr Dyskin

CHANEL

BAG £135, CHICHI

SKIRT £36, OASIS AT DE GRUCHY

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KENZO

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FASHION

LEATHER SIMONE ROCHA

Black will always be a staple, but browns and reds are most fashion forward.

TROUSERS £386, GANNI AT VOISINS

VERSACE

SHIRT £333, GANNI AT VOISINS

DRESS £150, TOPSHOP

TROUSERS £270, MANNA

JACKET £69, CHICHI

TOM FORD

Images: Simon Armstrong

SKIRT £161, MINT VELVET AT DE GRUCHY

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3.1 PHILLIP LIM

FASHION

The puffy

SHOULDER

SAINT LAURENT

GIAMBATTISTA VALLI

BALENCIAGA

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RICHARD QUINN

As the AW19 fashion shows unfolded, there was one evident trend creeping through in almost every show – the puffy shoulder. When you think of ‘80s fashion and power dressing, an image of Joan Collins in Dynasty most likely flashes before you. Fast forward some 35 years and the trend has taken a feminine twist - the focus is no longer on bold, defined shoulder pads. Opt for a softer, but still powerful look, and choose exaggerated, puffy shoulders in lighter fabrics.

DRESS £162, GANNI AT VOISINS BAG £270, MARC JACOBS AT VOISINS SHOES £80.95, MODA IN PELLE AT DE GRUCHY

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BRINGING BACK BOURGEOIS Liana Shaw talks us through the biggest trend of the season; Bourgeois.

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here’s something specifically retro happening this AW19. We all know it’s just part of the fashion industry to do the rounds and look to the past to create the present trends. This season is no different, though it’s a look we haven’t seen in a little while. Since the 70s in fact.

One trend on everyone’s lips this autumn is Bourgeois. We’re all going to be dressing in a more refined way, but with a modern twist. Think a mix of Parisian 70s style with its floaty fabrics, and English country genteel, very Town & Country.

Some of the main styles from the 70s are going to be present. If you pick up one piece to encapsulate this trend, make it an item with a pussy bow collar. This style of bow came from ‘the lavallière’, a type of cravat similar to the bow tie that was popularly worn in the 19th century in France. The name is associated with the Duchess of La Vallière (mistress of Louis XIV) and was mostly worn by women, artists, students, and intellectuals associated with the political left in 19th century France. The modern pussy bow was originally designed in 30s so that it could be tied in several different ways – like a male tie equivalent for the smart woman of the times. The name was taken from the cute, floppy bow that was often tied around the necks of kittens of the elite. You can go for the British country look with a high bow, or give it a loose 70s Paris tie – more casual girl chic. You can experiment a bit more with how you style your bow, to bring it up to date.  23

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Romantic sleeves are also another key 70s trend. Look for big bouffant sleeves, bell sleeves and tie up sleeves. Sleeve details are a great way to add something extra. Pretty frilly sleeves and lace detail are very country bourgeois. With great sleeves comes great responsibility, so pair with a slightly more neutral item to keep that 70s style alive without looking too overdone.

Structured trousers with chunky boots make a great 70s girl boss look, or a floaty, pleated or less structured skirt or dress gives a more whimsical style.

Fabric is also a key player here. There will be an array of more indulgent fabrics; tweed, wool, silk, velvet. It’s a spark of opulence. Then search for the 70s details, such as embroidery, ruffle skirts, structured pleats, finely creased flares or tailored trousers. Look for rich earthy tones – this colour palette isn’t too strong – think more navy than sapphire, burgundy instead of ruby. It’ll be the retro inspired design that’ll steal the show, rather than the colours.

It’s a blend of bringing the pomp and pouffery of French court with a more English country estate and there’s certainly room to make it as floaty or as structured as you want.

The 70s are back with bourgeois. 

COAT £195, NEPTUNE

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VICTORIA BECKHAM

TORY BURCH

MIU MIU

SKIRT £75, ECLECTIC

BLOUSE £44.95, CHICHI BOOTS £116.10, NINE WEST AT VOISINS

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CASSEY GAN CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: PAUL SMITH, OSCAR DE LA RENTA, HUGO BOSS, DOLCE AND GABBANA

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FASHION

How to wear: SUITS

If you want to change things up and commit to a new look this season, make it a suit.

DRESS DOWN

For a more casual approach, style your suit with a plain white tee and sneakers.

NECKLACE £109, DKNY, SHADES OF TIME AT DE GRUCHY

EARRINGS £22, HARRIETANDROSE.CO.UK BANGLE £40, ECLECTIC

HEELS £134.10, KURT GEIGER AT VOISINS

T-SHIRT £67, RXMANCE AT NAUTILUS

DRESS UP

TRAINERS £115, ARMANI EXCHANGE AT NAUTILUS

Dress things up with a bralette worn under an oversized suit (or go bare, if you dare), add a pair of heels and a stack of jewellery and you’re good to go.

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Season

KEY PIECES Everything you need to get through the season ahead

CARDIGANS

CARDIGAN £258, WEEKEND MAX MARA AT VOISINS

Bring those cardis back to the front of the wardrobe!

Oversized with deep V necks are best.

CARDIGAN £125.95, PART TWO AT DE GRUCHY

STAUD

CHRISTOPHER KANE

CARDIGAN £125, ARMANI EXCHANGE AT NAUTILUS

CARDIGAN £54.99, AFFINITY

BROOCH

Celebrate the return of the brooch

BURBERRY

VICTORIA BECKHAM

ASHLEY WILLIAMS

MIU MIU

JERSEY GRANITE BROOCH £68, AQUA

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MIU MIU

KATE SPADE

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CHUNKY BOOTS

BOOTS £143.20, KURT GEIGER AT VOISINS

TIGHTS

MIU MIU

BOOTS £95, ECLECTIC

GUCCI

Tough-talking boots are the footwear of the moment

FENDI

BOOTS £117, DUNE AT DE GRUCHY

LOEWE

BOOTS £69, MISS KG AT VOISINS

Legs are the focus – bold colours, prints and patterns are all worthy choices

POLO NECK £28, PETIT BATEAU AT NAUTILUS

POLO NECK £125, TED BAKER AT VOISINS

POLO NECK

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POLO NECK £59.99, CHICHI

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DRESS £245, PRIMROSE PARK AT NAUTILUS

DRESS £189, GANNI AT VOISINS

MEDIUM CASE £70, IT

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FASHION

Dark florals

Punchy florals on dark backgrounds are taking centre stage in the home as well as in the wardrobe

LAMPSHADE FROM £69, LORNA SYSON

With a focus on hand crafted design and key details, this season’s leading print has come to life on this unique bedding in a 100% soft cotton quality. The symmetry in the print takes influence from the arts and crafts movement, enhanced with deep navy and mustard tones, this sophisticated design is an effortless addition to any room.

DOUBLE SET £54, FAT FACE AT VOISINS HOME FABRIC FROM £18, DUNELM

CUSHION £16, NEXT

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Children 2-4

Aged 65 or over

Pregnant

School children reception to year 11

For some groups of people, catching flu can be serious. They are more likely to have a bad case of flu or to develop a serious complication and may need a stay in hospital. That’s why for these groups the flu vaccine is available for only £10, and FREE for children aged 2 to 16 (up to and including school year 11) and pregnant women.

For more information speak to your nursery, school, doctor or pharmacist or visit www.gov.je/flu.

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MUSINGS

EARLY MORNINGS

If you had told me five years ago that I would be waking up before my alarm… and actually staying out of bed, I would have nodded and smiled all the while thinking you were delusional. I’m not sure how I made the switch; swapping nocturnal habits for productive mornings. I haven’t quite joined the 5am club, but I’m close, and I’m actually sleeping better because of it. Now I’m in the routine, it’s become a habit – one I’m hoping not to break.

NAIL ART

As someone who was a nail art virgin until earlier this year, I had never experienced the joys of catching a glimpse of your freshly detailed nails.

I don’t tend to go crazy for colour and I’ve always preferred a more neutral/ muted palette. Nail art has become a way to add a playfulness into my look and beauty regime. A light heartedness that translated to my manicurist as a monthly challenge. Even the smallest floral design on an otherwise nude nail can add a wow factor, and its that subtle charm that’s drawn me in.

LISTENING OVER WATCHING

CLEAN BEAUTY

As a beauty product connoisseur, my loyalty to brands can fluctuate.

I have never been primarily focused on clean beauty, but my fascination with the endocrine system and hormone health has lead me to discover more about endocrine disruptors – a lot of which I found in my skincare cabinet. I was surprised at the amount of ‘lux clean’ beauty brands on the market, some of which I was already unintentionally using. The movement has gone mainstream, with most consumers taking more conscious approach when it come to purchasing. I’m shunning toxins (silicones, parabens, phthalates and more) and the ‘Suspiscous 6’ and where possible replacing finished products with clean effective alternatives.

MUSINGS

Laura Butlin-Policarpo shares the things she's loving right now

SIMPLE DINNERS

I used to always have some kind of rerun or crappy Netflix show on in the background whilst I worked. You know, something that offered a bit of background noise; not enough that I was engaged or distracted by it, something I was slightly numbed to that I could mindlessly push into the background. Recently, I’ve become really interested in podcasts. I tend to listen to shows that cover wellness, creative careers and general lifestyle.

Some of my favourites are: The goop Podcast, Offline, ThePodcast, The High Low and Things You Can’t Ask Yer Mum.

Food has and always will be a huge part of my life. My husband and I are both huge foodies and when planning our trips abroad, restaurants, cafes and exciting cuisine are at the forefront of our minds. After a busy day however the simplicity of a tray bake or one pot dish is welcomed. Not only does it mean you’re free to not watch your hob like a hawk, but often chopping and other prep can be done in advance and the clean up needs no procrastination. The Roasting Tin offers an abundance of recipes to start with including quick and slow cooking, even desserts and grains are added all in one tin. There’s something about the combinations of herbs, spices and citrus which is both exciting and comforting at the end of the day.

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Dress £441, Ganni at Voisins

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INTERVIEW

Chantelle Mundy She decided she could, so she did.

After co-founding local charity, Thrive, Chantelle Mundy is now working with The Resilience Development Company to help islanders with their mental health. She has another goal too - Chantelle tells Lucy Sanderson why she's now aiming for Miss World.

CLEO LEATHER PHOTOGRAPHS CHANTELLE MUNDY AT LOCKE'S HAIR: DAMIAN PHILPOTT | MAKEUP: GABI ZYCH

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INTERVIEW

“My mum is my best friend and I take all of my wild ideas to her and she always encourages me to go for it, even if it’s as mad as wanting to enter Miss World!”

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riting about inspirational people who are just like you and me is something that supersedes the fascination with some modern-day ‘Insta-heroes’.

Real women who make things happen, who are self-starters that get right in the arena and bust a gut to get what they want, where they want, how they want. Chantelle Mundy is one such woman and we were thrilled that certain divine timing was afoot when we finally got round to meeting to do this interview. This home-girl is doing things on a global scale.

Like most people her age, Chantelle is a dab hand on social media, she is also very popular, amassing a following of almost 16k on Instagram and chatting on her stories to a vast audience on a daily basis. Unlike most people her age though, her social media output is far from what makes Chantelle popular, or successful. It’s more of a by-product of her actual life, which at only 23 years is shaping up to be exactly what she intends it to be; full of experiences, positivity, resilience, growth and happiness. I mean, we all intend to make that our goal, but it’s true what’s said about getting back what you put in. Chantelle’s a prime example of the saying, ‘she decided she could, so she did’…

From La Moye Primary School to Le Quennevais and then Hautlieu, the former Miss Jersey loved her final school and found it full of opportunities. Being somewhat of a creative, Hautlieu provided a place to thrive. In her teens, Chantelle wanted to be a model and her ambition was to appear on the cover of a magazine; now that’s one thing off her list! As we chatted over dreams and goals, Chantelle said, “My younger self would be ecstatic about this!”

Chantelle’s vibe makes her a delight to be around… Our interview started over breakfast and coffees at Locke's, one of her favourite places to work and chill in town. It ended a few weeks later at the same place, after lots of chat and genuine

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candour, plus more chatter fuelled by Locke's coffee and cake.

From school to her early life at home, Chantelle grew up to embrace a challenge and her inspiration from family is a great motivator. “My dad runs a really successful business, which he built from scratch, he’s my business mentor and hero.” Chantelle’s mum worked as a teaching assistant until she retired and her older brother, Matthew works for RBC, “We’re so totally different, with chalk and cheese careers and interests, but it works.” Chantelle is close with her family and undoubtedly, the sturdy foundation at home enabled her to be the determined and enterprising young woman that she continues to be.

“I adore my parents, they’re inspirational, incredible people and I have a huge family living up north. My dad is from Oldham in Manchester and was a twin of three sets of twins so I have loads of cousins! My mum is my absolute best friend. I take all of my wild ideas to her and she always encourages me to go for it, even if it’s as mad as wanting to enter Miss World!”

Setting off for Canada at only nineteen, Chantelle went to study Film Production in Vancouver for a year intensive, learning everything from scriptwriting to filming and editing, production and cinematography. “It was super intense and I would study every day and most weekends for three months and then get one week off, and this was the routine for one year; three months intensive work, rewarded with one week off, and so on… Three classes a day, three hours each. It was incredible and I made some amazing friends and some work I’m really proud of. I think the Film Production course is rated the best in the world.”

Gritty determination and hard work win again, and Chantelle used the experience and qualifications to propel herself toward a freelance career. Maplerock Studios is Chantelle’s day job. She films for an array of clients locally and off-island and loves what she does. 

Dress £192, Michael Kors at Voisins

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Dress £135, Frock & Frill at Voisins

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INTERVIEW

“I’m learning to take my time and my talent and figure out what I can contribute to this world."

Interestingly, the girl who wanted to be in front of the camera is fantastic in her role behind the lens too. Capturing moments, making memories and telling stories is Chantelle’s passion. Working for herself and being incredibly busy with charity work is something that requires a lot of discipline and motivation. Ensuring balance and good mental health is a priority that Chantelle not only embraces for herself but weaves into her charitable projects. She’s a self-starter, that’s for sure.

“There is always more to learn, there are always things on the to-do list, and you’ll always want to be better and do better, however your health isn’t guaranteed in life. So you’ve got to take care of yourself.”

In fact, it’s all about better mental health and resilience for Chantelle and she practices what she preaches too.

“I spent a lot of my teen years worrying about the way I look, how thin I was and whether or not I was pretty enough.

I was told at film school by one of my lecturers (she was this strong go-get it woman) who I really looked up to that, “It doesn’t matter the way you look but that you have talent.

That talent won’t count for anything unless you put that on the table before anything else. Looks can come second." It’s true, and I’ll keep battling my fluctuating self-esteem but I’m learning to take my time and my talent and figure out what I can contribute to this world, that’s what’s actually important.

I don’t care that I’m not a size 6 as long as I’m healthy!”

After co-founding local charity, ‘Thrive’ which is a hub for other mental health charities, Chantelle is working on a new goal with The Resilience Development Company, a local non-profit that provides resilience training amongst many other hugely important services to the island. “In my eyes, this is the answer; the key to helping others with their mental health and by teaching resilience skills, we can instil knowledge and understanding within our own

minds - powerful enough to restructure our society’s entire perspective of mental health. I mostly want to educate people about how you can help somebody who is feeling suicidal, what you can say, helpful language, actions you can take…” Chantelle is devoted to her role in helping bring the matter of better mental health to the forefront of Jersey’s wellness agenda.

As if managing her own business and working with lifechanging charities wasn’t enough, Chantelle’s next big adventure is taking on the world: Miss World, to be exact.

Chantelle is now working to bring the Miss World competition to Jersey and if she wins, then quite literally, she’ll have the whole world in her hands.

The Miss World Organization owns and manages the annual Miss World Finals, a competition that has grown into one of the world's biggest. Since its launch in 1951, the Miss World organisation has raised more than £250 million for charities. Miss World is franchised in more than 100 countries. The Beauty with a Purpose program is a registered charity and a non-profit organisation associated with Miss World created by Julia Morley. It raises money and participates in humanitarian projects across the world.

Hundreds of millions of pounds have been raised and donated to local and international organisations to aid disadvantaged children the world over.

"A huge part of the Miss World competition is the 'Beauty with a Purpose' round. It awards the contestant with the most relevant and important charity project in her nation. If I was fortunate enough to get as far as being about to compete in Miss World, then winning this part of the competition would be the goal. To be rewarded with the help of the Beauty with a Purpose organisation, would mean them coming over and assisting us with putting mental health at the forefront. They could change things for the island in an incredible way." 

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Beauty garden

Beauty has never looked so green. Liana Shaw looks at DIY beauty products straight from the garden.

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ne of the biggest recent changes to the beauty industry has got to be that consumers want more natural products. No nasty chemicals for our skin, less overpowering perfumes or unnatural colours – we’ve become more conscious about what we are giving our skin.

Because of this, we’ve done a loop round in time; before there were ever the additives and factory processes around to create massmarketed beauty. A new trend that has seen growth year on year (and is now bigger than ever) is based on that very concept of growth.

By growing your own beauty products.

So, is it really possible to create your own beauty garden? Yes. Though you can equally buy these ingredients if you don’t have a garden.

Regardless of whether you’re ready to prep your veg patch or pop to the supermarket, here are some of my favourite recipes for natural beauty products, which will hopefully help you enjoy a few different ways to get great skin.

Don’t forget, if you’re trying out home remedies for the first time, it helps to do a patch test first, to make sure you’re not sensitive to any of the ingredients.

LAVENDER

Lavender is easy to grow and can help promote skin healing. It has anti-inflammatory properties and we all recognise its soothing scent. This recipe for an easy toner is perfect if you’re looking for something fragrant yet gentle.

• Take 100ml of water and boil. Pour in the buds from a handful of fresh lavender, making sure they are completely covered. Cover the bowl and leave the buds to brew for a few hours.

• Once it’s cooled you can drain the mixture through a clean muslin cloth. Pour the lavender water into a clean glass bottle and keep in the refrigerator for a cooling toner.

• This is great for morning or night after washing your face. You can use a cotton pad to dab on the toner or keep in a spritz bottle for a face mist style toner. It will help instantly invigorate the skin, but is very light. 

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ROSE

Roses are a common garden flower, and they can be a beautiful gift. This floral body scrub is more about making use of that relaxing, beloved rose scent after the roses are past their best – because let’s not waste such lovely blooms.

• Carefully pick off and spread the petals out. A wire rack works best as it’ll dry the underneath of the petal. After a few days, the petals should be dry.

• You want to break up the petals into tiny pieces, so if you have a blender or processor, pulse or quickly whizz the petals so they have the look of little flakes. You can crumble with your hands if the petals are super dry, like rubbing bread crumbs, but obviously it’ll be a longer process.

• You’ll need 2 cups of sugar, half a cup of coconut oil and if you want, add a few drops of your favourite essential oil. Vanilla or lavender work well with a rose scent. (Raw cane sugar is slightly more abrasive than other sugars, so it works well for hands and feet. Brown sugar can work well for body or face, but it might depend on what your skin likes.)

• Gently mix and store into an airtight jar.

CARROT

The humble carrot, so often a part of our dinner plate, yet can do great things when applied on the outside too. Carrots are naturally antiseptic and full of good vitamins. A carrot facemask is an easy facial skin brightener.

• Wash and peel one large carrot and steam or boil until tender.

• Mash the carrot and mix a teaspoon of honey and a teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil or coconut oil, though you can skip the oils if you have very oily skin. Honey is a great soothing and antiseptic agent too, so you’ll get some natural healing, and the oils will help keep skin smooth and moisturised.

• Add a squeeze of lemon if you want, for oilier skin, as lemon is an astringent ingredient. The key to this being a great face mask is the consistency, so it may take a few tries to get the texture you like.

• Apply the mixture when it’s either slightly warm (perfect for those pores) or cooled, avoiding the delicate eye area.

• Leave on for 10 minutes then rinse face and pat skin dry.

CUCUMBER

To some, it’s a bland salad ingredient. To others, it’s a soothing miracle worker that’ll calm and cool skin. Here’s a quick little recipe for a cucumber lotion that’ll cool down skin after a hot day…

• Grate a small cucumber onto a straining cloth. Squeeze the juice through the cloth into a bowl.

• Add 50ml of coconut milk and 50ml of aloe vera juice. Mix thoroughly and decant into a spray bottle.

• A quick spritz of this lotion is perfect for de-sizzling skin. You can also add some cooled green tea if you want a thinner consistency.

So, there you have it. Simple and quick DIY beauty hacks from a wonderful selection of plants that can give you a natural helping hand when it comes to skincare. Even better, there’s never been more recipes and ideas around than now, to inspire understanding, repurposing and creating your own very natural beauty products. 

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SPACE TO GROW

Mandy Snook talks about personal growth, and explores the question, 'what is happiness?'

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verything and everyone needs space to grow. A potted plant’s growth is confined by the size and shape of its container the vessel that confines the plant must be shed, removed, shattered in order to free the roots and allow unrestricted growth. Only then is the real potential of the plant seen and appreciated. Strong stems, glossy leaves, abundant blossoms spring forth. Its intended, genetic shape and size become apparent and

glorious, almost unrecognisable. There is no growth without change.

Change is something most of us find hard to accept. It introduces discomfort into our predictable and manageable worlds. We tend to think of change in relation to new jobs, responsibility roles, moving home, developing a new relationship, becoming a parent, starting one’s own business or having a career shift, all of which require an adjustment of perspective and expectations.  65

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Change often adds a dimension of stress, self-doubt and anxiety. We resent its intrusion; hands balled into fists, we fight its attempt to set us free from the ordinary, the mundane. A negative connotation hovers, clouding its true blessings. Yet, the truth is that it shakes us and forces us out of our confinements into a wider space, into new possibilities, adding ‘nutrients’ and the opportunity to show our real selves.

If we have the courage to embrace change, it allows us to experience spiritual and emotional growth. As we learn that the material world, which cushions and cossets us is transient, never enough and illusionary; we are forced to find our true growth in a different dimension. As our worlds crack, collide and painfully disintegrate we are left with more space. Good space. Space that can be filled with divine presence, selfknowledge, humility and awareness. We let go of the greedy ego that is never satisfied - me, me, me! Seeking control, power, prestige, beauty, money - it just never stops and it is exhausting because it’s never enough.

That big, old ego feeds off the worldly things and overwhelms us, fills us to the point of squeezing out happiness. We become competitive and dissatisfied. I had catch-up time with a friend today, who asked a simple question, “What is happiness?” We explored the possibilities of what could bring happiness and agreed that No Thing fills the void. We remain stunted, trapped in our pots like an undersized palm tree if we continue to yearn for material wealth and approval from others.

The realisation that true joy comes from accepting our situations and knowing that everything is as it should be. We can let go of our pasts and our worries about the future, not in defeat but in the knowledge that there is positive change happening within and without. No more clutching, fighting and grappling to bend things to our way of thinking, forcing people and situations to change to fit in with what we believe to be the right way, the only way. We have to let life flow, accepting change as a good thing.

I find myself imagining a traveller embarking on a tedious and challenging journey, with almost impossible heights to scale and treacherous waters to navigate. The goal is set. Our traveller is wellequipped. Huge backpack stocked with every imaginable survival gadget, dried food, warm clothes, sleeping bag, billy can, first-aid pack, sunscreen...she’s hanging on to every last item in case she needs it. The going gets tough and she still clings to everything she is carrying. It becomes impossible to make progress with the weight on her back. What becomes the priority, to keep the belongings or to change the strategy to reach the goal?

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"We are so weighed down by what we have, by what we are afraid to lose that we cling stubbornly to what we believe identifies us, to what makes us recognisable." the shit that weighs you down.’ Toni Morrison, Song of Solomon.

At what point do we willingly make changes and do what is good for us?

Being stuck in an unhappy situation for any length of time requires change and action. Staying stuck doesn’t teach us anything at all. We all need to be free of discontent, self-pity and complaining. To grow into happiness, we have to be brave, to take action and go peacefully and confidently through those valleys and mountains, accepting what comes our way and experience what life really is - soul growth and enlightenment. 

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BACK TO BASICS

Imagine everyone living until 100 years old.

What would your lifestyle be like to live all those years and how would you feel every day?

Sarah Thatcher talks about Ayurveda

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he fundamental aim of Ayurveda is to attain perfect health and wellbeing and according to ancient texts, your life span should be around 100 years, with all those years living in total health, physically and mentally.

Ayurveda is the oldest system of medicine on earth, however as western medicine was introduced to the world, Ayurveda became unfashionable and more or less lost. It is not the most obvious word to pronounce, pronounced (eye..oor..vay..duh) but it is a very ‘down to earth’ way to live and it is on its way back into everyday lives.

Completely understanding Ayurveda can be very complex but bringing a few key principles into your life is easy. Once you bring a few principles in, you will feel the benefits instantly and it will assist with your healthy lifestyle, which is what we are all now striving for.

The main concepts are that every person is made up of five elements, space, air, fire, water and earth. These combine and control how your body works, they are called doshas and there are 3 main doshas: Vata dosha - space and air Pitta dosha - fire and water Kapha dosha - water and earth Every person is unique and your human body has a mixture of these three doshas but generally, there is one dominant one. Your everyday life, health and feelings are all linked to the balance of your doshas and the aim is to keep all doshas balanced. An Ayurveda doctor can read your pulse to ascertain your most dominant dosha, and also a simple quiz can identify this, but here is a brief description of the typical characteristics of each of the three doshas. Which one can you relate to the most, what is your dominant dosha?

VATA

Do you have a family member who is very sensitive, slim, finds it difficult to make a decision but is creative?

These are Vata dominant qualities.

Vata characteristics Slender, prefers warm, energy fluctuates and comes in bursts, cold hands and feet, a light sleeper, artistic, active and restless, quick learner but forgets easily, a tendency to feel anxious, nervous and insecure, always on the go, sensitive, has colourful dreams.

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PITTA

We all have that friend who organises the get-togethers, is always busy until they fall asleep at night and can go from 0 to 100 in an instant with rage.

These are pita dominant qualities.

Pitta characteristics Medium size and weight, sharp mind, good concentration, assertive, confident, orderly, passionate, competitive, impatient, angry, strong metabolism, good digestion, body temperature slightly higher, sleep is moderate but interrupted, a tendency towards excessive perspiring.

KAPHA

Can you picture a little boy who's bigger than the little dainty girls around him?

He is the definition of Kapha - he is big with a strong build so takes longer than average to take his first steps, he is heavy, slow and eats as much as the adults.

These are Kapha dominant qualities.

Kapha characteristics Heavy, slow, strong, easy-going, relaxed, slower to learn but never forgets, slow to anger, self-sufficient, tendency to be overweight, regular appetite, slow digestion, prone to depression.

WELLNESS

Now that you have identified your dominant dosha you can understand yourself a bit better - being more aware of this helps bring Ayurveda into your everyday life. To keep your doshas balanced, I have listed a few guidelines below. You will notice that you naturally carry out some of these points already and the ‘older generation’ seem to naturally live their lives this way.

BALANCING VATA

• Have a daily routine - eat, sleep, exercise at the same time every day • Go to bed early - before 10pm and wake up before 6am • Recognise when you go into overdrive and slow down by meditating or doing yoga • Avoid loud music, spend time relaxing • Keep warm • Learn to express your feelings • Choose relaxing weekends away in the sun rather than the ‘five days in five cities’

BALANCING PITTA

• Keep cool, avoid the hot sun but get in the open air • After a warm shower cool off with a rinse • Normally super organised so add a bit of spontaneity into your life • Can easily take sport too seriously so try noncompetitive activities as well • Watch your diet - avoid oily greasy foods, caffeine salt, red meat

BALANCING KAPHA

• Get your system moving, take up a new activity to stimulate you physically and mentally • Increase variation and change into your life. Kapha’s love routine but take the odd chance to let your pulse rate accelerate.

• On holiday you will prefer to flop on a sunbed but try an active holiday.

• Keep warm • Carry out a daily massage on yourself

"Ayurveda has an emphasis on prevention, rather than cure, so, if you are keeping yourself balanced on a daily basis then stress, illness and disease are more likely to be kept away."

There are also many other general guidelines that will keep your mind and body balanced, including the food you eat, the food you should avoid, various relaxation treatments such as Shirodhara or abhyanga, taking regular exercise, daily meditation (especially transcendental meditation), eating your main meal a day at lunchtime, drinking warm water through the day and these are just to name a few.

Ayurveda has an emphasis on prevention, rather than cure, so, if you are keeping yourself balanced on a daily basis then stress, illness and disease are more likely to be kept away.

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EXERCISE & NUTRITION FOR WELLBEING

Chloe Bowler discuses how exercise and diet play a vital role in our wellbeing

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herever you are in your life, whether you are trying to help fight a specific health complaint, reach goals in your career, or simply trying to improve your wellbeing, the right exercise and diet can hugely benefit your growth.

A nutritious, balanced diet will feed your body as well as your mind, giving you the vitamins and nutrients needed to perform at your best. The comparison of putting clean fuel in your petrol tank is forever relevant. Put in goodness, and it will serve you well. Your joints, muscles, energy levels, and brain function are all directly affected by the nutrition taken in through your diet. Maintaining a healthy weight will also greatly affect your energy, mood and stamina.

Improve your diet and you will see a dramatic improvement in your physical and mental wellbeing, enabling you to go out and achieve your goals in life.

Exercise is hugely important in everyday life, and there is so much choice, that no one exercise has to fit everyone. Physical fitness helps you cope with tiredness in everyday life, as well as improving strength and mental alertness, which can aid decision-making.

People often refer to exercise as their ‘release’. Modern life is full of pressures, timeconstraints and competition. Taking some time for yourself can greatly help alleviate these pressures, and give your mind a break from the constant screen-time, endless emails 70

and fast-pace of business.

Exercise comes in many different forms.

Some people love the thrill of competitive team-sports such as netball or rugby. For others, jogging or yoga is their go-to exercise.

Whichever you choose, find something that you are not intimidated by, and that leaves you feeling energised. Exercise isn’t just about improving fitness or controlling weight. Every form of exercise will benefit your body as well as your mind. You will become stronger, fitter, and feel more able to deal with what life throws at you.

Always spend some time stretching your muscles, breathing deeply and improving your posture. Stretching and breathing can greatly help you to relax and have a calmer attitude towards your day, so it is the perfect way to finish your exercise session.

Taking part in regular exercise is also a fantastic way to achieve goals, which will be a positive reinforcement for you, giving you confidence in goal-setting throughout your life. Goal setting is one of the most important things you can do to achieve what you want to in life, and exercise is no exception. Setting goals gives you something to aim for, and will benefit your exercise journey by keeping you on track, rather than getting bored.

This translates into everyday life. The more experience you have in setting goals, the better you will be able to set them throughout all parts of your personal and business life. 

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ravel is a huge passion of mine, both in my personal life and as a source of inspiration for my business. Yet solo travel was an idea I had mainly skimmed over. Looking back, all the plane journeys I had boarded alone were to enable me to visit a relative or friends. Never can I recall a voyage by myself, purely for me… all that changed this summer.

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Laura Butlin-Policarpo shares her solo travel tips.

BE SELFISH

The beauty of traveling without companions is that you don’t have to compromise. You pick the destination, the budget, what to do and how to spend your days. If you want to spend sunrise till long after sunset sipping margaritas by the pool, no one except the bar staff are going to tell you to slow down. If you want to stay in a five star hotel and wine and dine yourself or wear the same outfit longer than would normally be acceptable, no one is going to tell you differently. So make the most of doing what you want… I’m not encouraging you to act this way in general, though!

ESTABLISH A ROUTINE

Whilst you could spend your travels hiding in your hotel room, it’s not what I would advise. Try and get into a routine; find out what time breakfast is served, set an alarm and make sure you’ve packed a good book. If you’re escaping for some R&R, guess what? You can still have a routine that makes the most of this. Spend the morning at the pool and book an afternoon massage.

Establishing a routine will ensure you make the most of your time away and leave with memories that have you dreaming of your next solo travel.

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SUPPORT LOCAL

There are so many benefits to favouring the independent coffee shops over the abundance of chains. Not only are you supporting the local community and visiting establishments you can’t go to on a regular basis, but you will have the chance to interact with the best tour guides going.

Independent retailers tend to know their city/ country best, they will be able to recommend hidden gems and places to avoid.

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SMILE

‘Because of your smile, you make life more beautiful.’ Thich Nhat Hanh. It’s a universal sign that says you’re a decent person.

Just because you don’t know anyone doesn’t mean you won’t want to make connections, have conversations and be friendly! A smile is the best way to start.

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The Peak District

Swap out your usual holiday destination and choose somewhere a little closer to home, just like Emily Smith.

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hen thinking of summer holiday destinations, the mind often wonders to lands far away. Places like the Greek islands, Spain and the Canary Islands are often high on the list, but myself and my partner recently realised that travelling to England from Jersey on a long weekend can also be just as pleasing.

As someone originally from the foothills of Dartmoor, I’m always eager to show my partner (a Jersey bean) what England has to offer. We decided on the Peak District – somewhere I had not previously visited but a place I knew wouldn’t disappoint.

After arriving in Portsmouth on a Saturday morning after travelling on the Commodore Clipper overnight we arrived fresh faced and ready for our long weekend, which started with a 4 ½ hour drive up to the Peak District.

STAY

We stayed for three nights in a quaint Airbnb situated above the Three Roofs Cafe. Our little apartment was the perfect location to arrive back to after long walks. Equipped with a full kitchen, two TVs, a double bed (plus sofa bed) and a warm shower. We were walking distance to all the village pubs and start points to the many interconnecting hikes over the hills – which meant we didn’t need to use our car the three nights we were there.

And, if you didn’t fancy cooking your own breakfast, the café below offered homemade cakes, cooked breakfasts with local ingredients and healthier options to start your day.

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EAT

Pubs! Castleton does not disappoint when it comes to pubs. We treated ourselves to a very northern sausage and mash, served in a Yorkshire pub and topped with onion rings in The George.

I also enjoyed a delicious pork roast in the Nags Head and on our final night I went full northern and had pie and mash in The Cheshire Cheese. As well as being spoilt for choice in every pub, we also managed to find room for the most delicious pork pies (topped with apple sauce and stuffing and Branston pickle and cheese) freshly baked every morning from Peveril Store.

Although I may have put on about a stone in weight it was worth it for the delicious pub grub.

SEE

You can’t go to the Peak District and not walk, so that’s exactly what we did. Whether you want a gentle stroll to the castle, situated just above the village, or to visit one of the many caves, or even go further and walk to a nearby village – Castelton is the starting point to them all.

We soon discovered that the little village was the connecting point for a number of paths and bridleways creating a web of walks across moorland, rolling green hills, pine forest and quintessentially English hamlets.

We laced up on our first day, equipped with pork pies and cake, and headed over the top of Lose Hill and down into the nearby village of Edale. This was a popular ridge for walkers heading over the top of Mam Tor. Although fairly busy on the route there were places to stop for a quiet coffee.

The following day we headed out towards the village of Hope, searching for the Ladybower reservoir which we found after walking over heather laden moorland and a lush pine forest. This trek was a lot quieter and more diverse than the previous day. We passed stiles and kissing gates and after following the river we were back on the route towards Edale, before heading back over the hill and down in to Castleton.

The best thing about covering so many miles by foot is knowing you can walk back for a local ale at a nearby pub! 

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Varanasi

Cliona Elliott explains why Varanasi is the most fascinating place she's ever visited

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here’s your favourite travel destination? I can’t answer this question without changing my mind a million times — partly because I’m very indecisive, but mostly because I’ve fallen in love with lots of places for different reasons. It might be the warm smiles of the locals, the serenity of a vast mountain range or the excitement of a big city lit up at night. But when it comes to choosing the most fascinating place, there’s no hesitation. That place is Varanasi, a 4,000-year-old city nestled in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh.

Varanasi is one of the oldest cities in the world. For Hindus, it’s the holiest of the seven holy cities in India. Most Hindus hope to visit Varanasi at least once in their lifetime, and over 2.5 million devotees travel to the city from far and wide every year. Supposedly, Lord Shiva created Varanasi and lived there with his wife, Goddess Parvati, at the beginning of time. What makes Varanasi so sacred is the Ganges river, also known as ‘Ganga Ma’ or ‘Mother Ganga’, that flows down from the Himalayas. If Varanasi is the spiritual heart of India, then the Ganges is the vein that pulses through it — a source of life and faith that holds the city together.

It’s believed that the stairway to heaven is just above Varanasi, so being cremated here gets you a golden ticket to the afterlife. Hindus believe we are reincarnated until we have worked through all of our karma - the consequences of our actions. The souls of the bodies cremated in Varanasi are liberated from the continuous cycle of 76

rebirth and go straight to nirvana. With direct access to the stairway to heaven, you can imagine the demand to be cremated here is high.

Families make difficult journeys to the holy city from all over India, often putting the corpse in a car boot and covering it with ice.

With such high demand, Varanasi is the only city in India where the pyres burn 24/7. On several occasions, I was walking down a narrow alleyway and a loud clanging of bells and chimes suddenly came around the corner. It was a procession of men carrying a corpse down to the ghats where the ceremonies take place. ‘Ghat’ is the Indian word for a flight of concrete stairs that lead down to a river. The bodies are cremated at different heights, depending on the class of the person when they were alive. Women aren’t allowed to the cremation because, as one local man told me, they cry too much. Their tears prevent the souls from leaving this life and going on to their next destination. I found this quite upsetting. It’s also customary for males to shave their heads as a sign of respect when an elder member of the family has passed away.

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"...you become acquainted with contradictions in India, and Varanasi was no exception."

The corpses are rubbed with ghee (purified butter), wrapped in white cloth and adorned with fresh flowers. The head and feet remain exposed as they are sacred. The family carries the corpse down to the river where they sprinkle it with holy water and say their final prayers. They then place the body on a specially arranged pyre made from sandalwood. It takes roughly five hours to burn, and any remaining bones are thrown into the water. Certain people are exempt from being cremated as they are already pure and will not be reincarnated. They are children under the age of ten, pregnant women, enlightened sadhus (holy men), people who had leprosy and those bitten by a cobra. Instead, they are wrapped in cloth, weighted with rocks and dropped in the river.

Anyone can go to the ghats to watch the ceremonies, but I chose not to as the environment was intense even from the sidelines, and also because it felt intrusive. I watched from a riverboat, and seeing the bright orange blaze from afar was enough to give me goosebumps.

Floating on a rickety wooden boat, and observing and absorbing every sight and sound that emanated from the ghats, I had never seen such a stark contrast of life and death. It really struck me, and with my head resting in my hands, there had never been a more fitting moment to ponder some of the big questions in life.

What I loved most about Varanasi is that you can sit in the same spot for hours and never tire of watching life happening all around you. At any one moment, there was a rainbow of women in saris washing clothes and dishes, people bathing, people praying, children playing, a newly-wed couple being blessed by a priest, swimming lessons, water buffalo splashing around to cool down and people shaving their heads in a religious ceremony. There was also a mass yoga and laughter meditation class held by one of the ashrams every morning. Stretching and laughing with hundreds of people was certainly one way to start the day. And every evening, hundreds of people gather along the ghats to worship the river. It’s a pretty spectacular occasion with thousands of candles, fire, song and dance.

Varanasi may be a spiritual Mecca, but it’s also commercialised, rowdy and polluted. It was very difficult to get my head around how the most sacred river could be so dirty. But you become acquainted with contradictions in India, and Varanasi was no exception. Experiencing such a raw and explicit view of death was both fascinating and shocking, confronting and peaceful. But above all else, it was a heavy reminder that life is precious.  Images by Anja Sander, @anjasander82 77

THE CHANNEL ISLAND AGENT FOR O-CARE O-Care breaks down the biofilm that is present in the pipe work of all hot tubs and swim spas thus allowing your sanitiser to eradicate any trace bacteria.

This results in a large reduction in the amount of chemicals required to treat the water in your hot tub or swim spa.

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MANNER lifestyle

AUTUMN GARDENING

Harriet Rouse shares tips on how to tidy the autumn garden, prepare for spring, and what to make with leftover fruit

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here's little more satisfying than enjoying the literal fruits of your labour - from crumbles to chutneys; sloe gin to elderberry wine, the shortening days and the lengthening nights are the perfect time to fall in love with your garden all over again and get creative in the kitchen. Grab some blankets, a fire pit, and some outside lights and you can enjoy sitting out for an extended season toasting marshmallows, drinking mulled wine and putting the world to rights. What's more, a few hours work this month will ensure that you can get back to enjoying your great outdoors as soon as spring starts to, well, spring in the new year.  79

TIDY UP Whether you have a small balcony with a window box, a vast estate, or something in-between, now is the time to vigorously cut back your buddleia, to prune and shape roses, and to thin out fruit canes. If you are the lucky owner of hydrangeas, they are a job to leave until the spring - by leaving the deadheads until after the last frost has passed, the new flowers are protected ensuring you get the best displays next summer.

It's also the time to clean the Barbecue. It's much easier to burn off excess fats, to scrub down the grill now so that when we get that glorious March day in a few month's time, the BBQ is ready to go! Same goes for any outside soft furnishings... Once you're confident that you can't squeeze any more evenings out on the patio, clean and launder them, and store them away dry so that any mould can't take hold. There's no pleasure in sitting out on a garden sofa that smells of damp for the first two months of use.

GET READY FOR NEXT SPRING You know as well as I do, September creeps into October, and all at once we're back in our wellies wearing coats that could double as sleeping bags, so it's best to get down to business now.

After a long hard winter, the first shoots of life are enough to sustain us through the coldest months, and bulbs are the gift that keeps on giving year after year. By planting them out now you can ensure that your borders will put on a beautiful early display when they spring (pun intended) into life next year.

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But where to start? And what to go for? Well, the good news is unlike some tubers (such as dahlias which need to be dug up and stored over winter), bulbs are a pretty forgiving bunch. All you need to do is make a hole, pop it in the right way, cover it up, and wait for the magic to happen. They'll then sleep safely until the next Spring, giving you pleasure for years to come.

Daffodils are an easy crop to start with - and they are well suited to Jersey soil being an industry in their own right. You can choose from an array of varieties and colours and they are extremely easy to care for (not requiring any deadheading). Lying dormant through the summer they will start to put down roots again in the autumn ready for the following spring. Place bulbs in clusters of 3-5 in borders or plant out in pots, all they need is good drainage and lots of rain.

Tulips have come a very long way in cultivation over the years, and there are a huge range of bulbs available. I love dramatic dark varieties such as Queen of the Night grouped together or paired with a more traditional pink. Don't be afraid to go for something less ordinary because they also translate brilliantly to cut displays.

Should you wish to add an early burst of colour to an unloved patch of grass, crocuses are perfect and look spectacular when mixed with the bright yellows, whites, purples and lilacs contrasting dramatically against the green of a lawn.

Alliums bloom later than these early bulbs, so plant alongside these for colour and height far into spring just before your summer beds come to life. They come in all sorts of sizes and varieties and are a fantastic pollinator and again look stunning in cut arrangements.

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GETTING FRUITY Autumn is a bumper time for fruit. From apples, blackberries, pears and late plums through to the hedgerows bursting with sloes and haws (if you know where to look and what you're looking for), there is an abundance of produce ready to be preserved.

Whether you're harvesting your own fruits, or foraging for blackberries, make sure you check before you pick - where there is over-ripe fruit, alas there are always drunk wasps who aren't afraid to sting.

Whilst it's easy to pick the best fruit and use or give it away, there's always something to do with the less perfect offerings as well, from chutneys and jams, through to homebrews, preserving those autumn flavours throughout the year is easier than you think.

Whether you have your own fruit trees or not, keep an eye out for boxes perched precariously on garden walls offering free windfall fruits for you to turn into something delicious.

RECIPES These recipes are great starting points for you to create in the kitchen, but always adjust to your own personal tastes and the fruit you have available and don't be afraid to add spices such as ginger, cinnamon and star anise for some extra autumnal warmth.

APPLE & BLACKBERRY CRUMBLE Yes, it's a classic... Yes, you probably know how to make it... but with our addition of smoked sugar on the topping, you can bring a hint of campfire to your crumble.

FRUIT COMPOTE Perfect for freezing in small portions, these can then be used to top yoghurts, porridge, or smoothie bowls throughout the winter. They last at least a month if frozen.

The method is the same no matter what fruit you use and it's really up to you what goes in... blackberries, redcurrants, sloes or any leftover soft fruit that you have in the fridge. For a berry compote take all the fruit wash, hull, and placed in a saucepan. For every 200g of fruit add a dash of water or orange juice and cook down slowly for about 10-15 minutes. Add sugar or maple syrup to sweeten as required. Should you be using apples or pears as a base, peel and chop before placing in a saucepan with a splash of water and sugar or apple juice to taste. To really lift to a winter warmer think about adding some ground ginger, cinnamon or star anise.

Ingredients 300g Apples (200g when peeled and prepped) 100g Blackberries 50g sugar For the crumble 200g plain flour 100g butter 50g caster sugar For the topping Smoked, or brown sugar Method • Preheat the oven to 180C • Peel and chop apples so that you have approximately 200g of fruit once prepared and spread into a medium oven proof dish (these quantities work well in a 25cm-30cm dish).

• Add 100g of blackberries (well

soaked and washed if foraged) and add to the apples.

• Sprinkle up to 50g of sugar on the fruit according to taste • Rub the flour and butter together to form a breadcrumb like consistency, add the caster sugar, and loosely combine • Cover the fruit with the crumble topping leaving it quite loose rather than pressing it down • Add a sprinkle of smoked or brown sugar for a caramelised topping. (Smoked sugar available in Jersey via www.gifts.je) • Cook for around 25-40 minutes or until brown with the fruit mix bubbling at the sides • Serve hot with custard, cream or vanilla ice-cream (it's also delicious the next day cold... if there's any left that is!)

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Zero T waste

Emily Smith talks about the zero waste movement in Jersey with Kaspar Wimberley and Sonya Lavery who each own zero waste shops in Jersey.

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here is something quite nostalgic about shopping in Jersey’s zero waste shops.

Customers often leave both SCOOP and Mini Mall with wicker baskets full to the brim with loose produce, paper wrapped loaves and their own containers filled with pantry staples. There’s not a plastic bag in sight and everyone leaves with just the right amount of what they need.

Glass jars scatter the shelves of both the zero waste shops filled with everything from flours, grains, pasta, dried fruits and nuts, oils, spices and herbs. Both stores also sell household washing detergents and bathroom staples in bulk, ready to decant into customers own smaller containers.

SCOOP (The Sustainable Co-operative) also sell a wide range of loose organic produce and Mini Mall (minimal impact living) sells sustainable clothing and has an organic salad bar.

‘Children come in with their parents and say to them “this is how we want to shop” and then we have elderly people coming in with their grandchildren saying, “this is how we used to shop,”’ explains co-founder of SCOOP, Kaspar Wimberley.

Becoming Jersey’s first zero waste shop in August 2018 was Mini Mall, which was an idea born from mum-of-one, Sonya Lavery.

Situated on Hillgrove Street, Mini Mall

is a hub of activity and a popular place for both eco-conscious office workers to grab their lunch and islanders to do their weekly shop with as little environmental impact as possible.

The minimalist décor of chipboard walls, wooden stalls and high tables sits perfectly with the shelves of glass jars filled with a wonderful mix of dried goods. It could almost be an old-fashioned village sweet shop.

Sonya, who is originally from Ireland and has a background in architecture, said: ‘When Ida was born, I took note of what I was buying, and I didn’t want to shop in big supermarkets. I found I was going around the island buying things from different shops - with a small baby I really didn’t have the time to do that.

‘I wanted to create a shop where I could make life easier for people and have everything in one place.’

Sonya was following the zero waste movement closely in the UK and was already running her own sustainable clothing business from her home.

‘The premises came up in town and the whole idea started to come together,’ she said. ‘I had always been into food so that idea came into Mini Mall. It’s amazing what you can do in one place and I love the space.’

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Following in Mini Mall’s footsteps, SCOOP opened shortly after. SCOOP is run as a co-operative with more than 100 members.

With a background in performing arts, co-founder Kaspar moved back home to Jersey after spending time working in Europe. After arriving home he founded The Morning Boat with his partner Susanne Kudielka, a public art programme focused on agriculture and fishing practices in Jersey.

‘While working on the project I started exploring the relationship between conservation and food production,’ Kaspar explains.

‘Eating organic food is not just about making improvements to your health – it’s also about protecting the island’s natural resources and biodiversity, both of which are vital to our long term prosperity.’

Through The Morning Boat, Kaspar met food systems researcher India Hamilton, who shared similar positions on organic farming, circular economies and reducing waste. The pair found themselves discussing the idea of opening a shop and the first SCOOP was born in St Brelade.

SCOOP moved to La Bienvenue Farm in St Lawrence earlier this year.

SCOOP prides itself on selling seasonal

organic food and Kaspar wants to make people aware that the shop is inclusive for everyone, with a range of items for all budgets and a programme to support low income families with a 25 per cent discount.

‘Opening SCOOP provides an opportunity for those who care about the environment to shop in the way they want to. I’m hopeful that more people’s habits will change as shops like SCOOP become the norm.’

Mini Mall founder, Sonya says she has only received positive feedback since opening. She said: ‘There is a movement in Jersey now and there are a lot of people who are really passionate about zero waste.

‘Life would be much easier if we could all think the same way but we don’t. It’s great that there is this younger generation who are really passionate about saving the planet.’

Kaspar adds: ‘Looking after the planet needs to be an urgent response and I think people are starting to realise that. We need to take action. Jersey has a fantastic opportunity as a small jurisdiction to make positive changes.’  Both SCOOP and Mini Mall are open daily, except Sundays, and more information can be found on their Facebook pages.

"Jersey has a fantastic opportunity as a small jurisdiction to make positive changes."

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GROW YOUR OWN

If you get chance, nothing is better than cooking with freshly picked produce from a garden or allotment. Even some fresh herbs from your window will lift a soup or salad.

You can prepare the soup ahead of time, cool, cover and chill then reheat as required.

CAULIFLOWER VELOUTÉ

Don’t be put off by the name, a Velouté is just smooth, creamy soup. Cauliflower is not too strongly flavoured, so you can finish it with blue cheese melted on toast, Parmesan croutons or with curry oil.

1 large cauliflower, cut up 1 large baking potato, peeled and chopped 1 large onion, peeled and finely chopped 1 litre vegetable stock 600ml full-fat milk 1 small carton double cream 60g plain flour 5 tbsp olive oil A small sprig of fresh thyme Small bay leaf Sea salt and white pepper A few drops of fresh lemon juice A generous pinch of freshly grated nutmeg

1. Heat the oil in a large saucepan and add the cauliflower, potato, and onion. Cover and cook over a low heat for about ten minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the flour and stir continuously for two minutes. Add the nutmeg, bay leaf and thyme. Pour in the stock, bring to the boil, then pour in the milk and return to a simmer. Simmer for fifteen minutes until the vegetables are soft before adding half the cream.

2. Remove from the heat. Remove the thyme and bay leaf before blending in a food processor. For an extra smooth finish, push the purée through a sieve with the back of a ladle.

Reheat gently, stir in the rest of the cream, lemon juice, season to taste and serve.

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GREEN BEAN CHUTNEY This was a favourite of my Grandma and has been passed down three generations. It is great with cold meats and cheese also deals with a glut of green beans if grow your own. Trust me, once you start making your own chutneys you will never buy another one from a shop again.

750g runner beans, trimmed and thickly sliced 2 medium onions, peeled and finely chopped 2 cloves of garlic, peeled and crushed 2 tsp of mustard seeds 1 tsp crushed coriander seeds 1 tsp freshly grated ginger root ½ tsp chilli flakes 50ml quality olive oil 350g soft brown sugar 50g sultanas 100ml white wine vinegar 1 tbsp tomato purée 2 tbsp of cornflour, mixed with a little water Salt and pepper to taste 1. In a medium sized pan, gently cook the onion, garlic, ginger and spices in the vegetable oil for 15 minutes. Add the sugar and vinegar and bring to the boil, simmer for a couple of minutes. Add the beans, sultanas, sugar, tomato puree and cornflour and bring back to the boil and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring regularly to prevent sticking.

Remove from the pan, leave to cool and store in sterilised jars in a cool place for up to a couple of months.

SUN BLUSHED TOMATOES I just love the sweetness of these tomatoes. You can buy them, but they are incredibly expensive, instead grab the last of your home-grown tomatoes, cook and serve in salads, on pizzas and pasta dishes. They will keep in the fridge for a good couple of weeks.

1 kilo tomatoes Quality olive oil, 3 cloves of garlic, peeled and sliced A generous sprig of fresh thyme 1 tsp of caster sugar Salt and pepper to taste 1. Heat your oven to 275 F/140C/Gas Mark 1.

Cut the tomatoes in half and place on a non-stick baking sheet with the cut-sides up. Sprinkle with olive oil, garlic, thyme leaves and the caster sugar.

Season generously and cook for two to three hours depending on the size of the tomatoes.

2. When the tomatoes are curling at the edges, and have shrunk between thirty and fifty percent, remove and allow to thoroughly cool on the tray.

Pack the tomatoes into clean jars and pour over olive oil. Store in the fridge.

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FINANCIAL GROWTH

Hannah Carolan shares her financial tips and tools

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taying financially fit is a challenge - but when you do it, there’s a big payoff.

You’ll feel happier, healthier and more grounded as you move through your week, month and year.

First things first: a few financial basics Come up with a calendar for your finances If you have trouble remembering important financial tasks, creating a calendar with all the important dates and deadlines is essential. If you are someone who is always on the go, download a reminder app on your Android or iPhone.

Create a budget Having a workable budget will help you reach your financial goals. There are plenty of easy-to-use templates online to help you get started. If you are busy and need something more mobile, personal finance apps will also do the trick.

Check in with your finances every quarter Every quarter, go through all your bills and expenditures and see where you are spending money but not getting the value you’d like.

Keeping close tabs on a monthly basis will help you eliminate non-essential expenses.

Budgeting Use apps to make and save money Need some extra income? Check out the best apps to make money. For example, with Toluna, you can earn 2,000+ points for taking major surveys which can then be redeemed for cash, gift cards, rewards or sweepstake entries.

The 50/30/20 rule If you don’t know the 50/30/20 rule by now, you should familiarise yourself with it. Put 50% towards needs (bills, shopping, 88

etc.), 30% towards wants, and 20% towards savings (emergency fund and retirement) and repayment of debts.

Have a "surprise account" This account is there for those unexpected expenses that come up like your car needing new tyres. Whether you can save £500 or £1500, this can really help keep your budget on track. So, the next time you save money with a voucher or get something on sale, deposit those savings into this account.

Financial motivation Be specific about your financial goals Agree on an amount related to your debt that you want paid off and by what date. Or how much you want to save and by when.

Coming up with detailed financial goals like this will help you stay on track to reach your objectives.

Set short-term goals The key to avoiding the burnout that comes with bigger goals, like saving for a home, is to come up with some short-term savings goals. This can be anything from a holiday in six months to any home improvements you have wanted to do.

Start working out Productivity can spike after you've exercised, so take up running or any other physical activity and bring your financial status to new levels. Research shows that people who are regularly active have an especially strong chance of getting ahead financially.

Increasing your income Increase your skillset If you want to get ahead at work, increase your skillset and knowledge base to command higher pay. Try Udemy or edX for online courses. You could also take part time college courses in the field you want to pursue.

Find a mentor A good mentor can give you helpful feedback and advice on how to grow your career and make sure you are on track to boosting your earning potential.

Savvy salary negotiating Your employer is not interested in your pursuit of a new home. Their interest is in keeping a great employee. In order to be successful at getting that salary increase, put emphasis on the value you can contribute. 

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Birth striking for the earth

"I would love to have children. However, there’s a growing movement of ‘birth strikers’ who have vowed to abstain from procreating because of the current state of the planet," says Cliona Elliott

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eeing the love between a parent and their newborn is magic. Speaking with friends and family about having children, they’ve all said something similar of feeling a love like no other. This tiny human becomes the centre of their universe, and they can no longer imagine life without them. I’ve always imagined that one day, if the circumstances permit, I would love to have children.

However, there’s a growing movement of ‘birth strikers’ who have vowed to abstain from procreating because of the current state of the planet. And as sad as it is, this subject has certainly crossed my mind.

As a collective, I think many of us will agree that humans have screwed up. Yes, we evolved and became super intelligent and invented things and continue to achieve the impossible, but look what we’ve done to the earth in the process. We live in a disposable world where we can buy anything at the click of a finger. We watch news reports about melting ice caps and rising sea levels, yet we jump for joy when it’s 20 degrees in February.

Extinction is a natural phenomenon, but there’s been a 60% decrease in wildlife populations in the last 40 years because 90

animals are going extinct at 1,000 to 10,000 times the natural rate. How many more whales need to be washed up with bellies full of plastic before the world realises the severity of these problems?

The earth is heating up at an unprecedented speed. In 2018, the UN International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) warned that we have only 11 years to avert climate-induced catastrophe. The world’s leading climate scientists have urged that failure to keep global warming to a maximum of 1.5°C could result in more droughts, floods, wildfires, food shortages and migration problems. People around the world are becoming increasingly climate and eco-conscious with bigger efforts to change our lifestyles, such as eating less meat. But scientists believe the crisis has already surpassed the point of being able to be alleviated by our choices and changes as individuals. There needs to be systemic change — we need the policymakers and global governments to act.

While the fight against climate change ultimately requires world leaders to take drastic action, we shouldn’t underestimate the value of our efforts, however big or small.

Our choices as consumers are also a catalyst

for change. As the demand for more ecofriendly products increases, retailers will have to adapt. This year, Glastonbury Festival tackled the plastic plague by going plasticfree, saving over 1 million single-use bottles.

And look at Greta Thunberg, the 16-year-old Swedish activist and founder of the Fridays for Future movement. Greta inspired over 1.4 million children to break the law and skip school on several occasions this year.

Children in more than 110 countries took to the streets protesting for global leaders to declare a state of climate emergency. In a recent speech, Greta commented, “We have started to clean up your mess and we will not stop until we are done.”

The personal has never been so political, and our choices and actions can, and do, influence on a political level. With damning statistics and scientists' predictions for the future, it’s not hard to understand the growing number of people choosing not to have kids.

The U.S congresswoman Alexandria OcasioCortez spoke out saying, “It is basically a scientific consensus that the lives of our children are going to be very difficult, and it does lead young people to have a legitimate question: is it OK to still have children?”

Some people are choosing not to have children to stop the carbon and environmental impacts their descendants would have. A major study, published in Environmental Research Letters, recommends that the most effective way to lower our carbon footprint is by having one less child — following a plant-based diet, not using cars and avoiding airplane travel are next. But for others, the decision is more of a political statement, and a painful one at that.

The global BirthStrike movement was set up by activist Blythe Pepine. She and her partner planned to start a family, but after realising the reality of climate change and where we’re headed if government inaction continues, they decided it was something they just couldn’t do. There is an underlying fear that the children of the future will be left with the mess we failed to clean up now.

In an interview with The Guardian, Blythe stated, ‘It is OK to make this choice, but it’s not OK to have to make this choice.’

We should never be in a situation where we are genuinely scared to bring life into the world.’” Publicising the couple’s decision wasn’t easy, but Blythe says the movement is as much of a support network as it is political. She noticed more and more people were struggling with the same questions, but there were no safe spaces where people could openly share their concerns. Blythe urges that the aim of BirthStrike “is not to

discourage people from having children, or to condemn those who have them already, but to communicate the urgency of the crisis.”

International action groups like Extinction Rebellion (XR) are pushing civil disobedience even further to drive climate change up the political agenda. The group uses non-violent and creative resistance tactics including mass protests, roadblocks and public transport disruptions to persuade governments to take extreme action. The UK group got major press coverage in April when they brought parts of London to a standstill for over a week. More recently,

activists threw red paint over the Brazilian embassy in London to protest against the injustice towards the indigenous people in the Amazon following mass fires and deforestation.

While birth striking alone isn’t going to stop climate change, the movement has been powerful in opening up an important conversation. It’s a tender subject, but the reality is that it’s a subject young people are feeling increasingly pushed to think about.  To find out more information about Extinction Rebellion visit their website: https://rebellion.earth 91

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Mind the Gap

They say that age is just a number, and that you’re only as old as you feel.

For the large part that’s entirely true, says Bex Evans

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e live in a time where technological and medical advances mean that age doesn’t seem to be a barrier to much at all. Fauja Singh secured a world record when he completed the Hong Kong Marathon at the age of 102 while Laura Dekker sailed solo around the world at the tender year of 16.

More and more of us are deciding to return to education or dramatically change our career in later life, retirees are just as likely to take off backpacking around the world as gap year students, and the average age at which we’re marrying, buying property and starting families is slowly but steadily increasing; it’s not uncommon now to hear of Women becoming Mothers in their 40s, 50s and even 60s.

The one area where age still seems to be a sticking point is when it comes to dating and relationships, or more specifically the relative ages of the two people involved. The societal norm dictates that our partner is within 2-3 years of our own age, and in a heterosexual relationship ‘ideally’ the man would be the older of the two. A throwback from simpler times, such a balance made sense in a world where the man was typically the provider, and the woman produced children and stayed at home caring for them.

Women sought a slightly older man established in a stable home, whilst men, in turn, were biologically driven to a younger, fertile partner.

In our changing world, however, more of us are opting not to have children, to choose casual relationships over serious commitments, equality in the home often sees women take the role of provider, and the ever-rising divorce rate means that many people now re-enter the dating market in mid-life, looking for something different to the relationship they've left behind. All of those circumstances make age compatibility less of a consideration than it might otherwise be.

Yet still, couples who differ significantly in age can become the unfair subject of raised eyebrows at best, derision or scorn at worst. Mixed-age celebrity partnerships are common fodder for tabloids; Leonardo DiCaprio at 44 is roundly mocked for never knowingly dating anyone over the age of 25, and at 39 Caroline Flack is often portrayed as a predatory cougar for daring to favour men younger than herself; although this may largely come from jealous Harry Styles fans.

But is there really any problem with enjoying the company of someone significantly older or younger, so long as both parties are on the same page when it comes to their expectations?

There can be suggestions of a power imbalance where one partner is older than the other, a whisper that someone must be

being taken advantage of, but studies show that couples with a wider age gap often report a higher level of general happiness than others; with the right blend of maturity and youthfulness making for a perfect balance, and differences in life experience, cultural reference points and interests complementing rather than conflicting with each other.

Rather like a relationship where each party speaks a separate language, or grew up in a contrasting culture, with enough willingness to make it work and plenty of communication, most differences can be overcome.

Then there's the question of how big a difference is too big? The old rule of thumb is half your age plus 7, or vice versa. So for a 30-year-old, 22 would be their suggested lower limit; a 40-year-old seeking an older beau should look for a match with no more than 66 candles on their birthday cake.

Grounded in the sensible idea that too wide a gulf in generations could be very tough to overcome, like any old wife's tale it can be taken with a pinch of salt. It's fair to say in any relationship that mental age is more important than chronological age; and we all know someone we'd describe as an old head on young shoulders, or an older person who comes across much more youthful than their years. If two people the same age can be years apart in attitude and outlook, so it shouldn't be a surprise that a pair born 15 years apart could just as easily meet in the middle in terms of how they think and feel.

So, does age really matter when it comes to romance in 2019? As a 25-year-old head trapped in the body of a nearly 36-year-old, I'd like to think not. So long as you can find communication, honesty, respect and friendship, the key ingredients to any successful partnership, then forget the date on your birth certificate and love whoever you want to love. 

"But is there really any problem with enjoying the company of someone significantly older or younger."

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Celebrate...

When it comes to having good food and great times Sugareef hits the spot. During autumn and winter we have some fantastic offers for everyone to enjoy!

• Tennererfest • Free Exclusive Party Hire • Christmas Lunch & Dinner Parties To view our new menus, make a booking or an enquiry, please visit our website.

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MANNER culture Hannah's BOOK CLUB Hi!

I’m Hannah and I’m a biblioholic.

My love of reading, and creative writing, is the result of three years spent at Oxford Brookes University where I studied for a degree in publishing. I love a good murder mystery book, but I also regularly read travel, health, action & adventure and science fiction titles.

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SWEET SORROW David Nicholls

From the author of One Day and Us comes a story about Charlie Lewis, the kind of boy you wouldn’t remember in the school photograph.

Frustrated at life having flunked his GCSEs and the responsibility of caring for his depressed father, the arrival of Fran Fisher brings hope into his otherwise hopeless life.

In order to be with Fran, Charlie must take on a challenge that could lose him the respect of his friends and peers at school – embrace Shakespeare and join the local amateur dramatics production of Romeo & Juliet.

A captivating, moving and hilarious read from a master storyteller who evokes all the emotions of first love and the rocky path to adulthood.

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THE LAST

ASK AGAIN, YES Mary Beth Keane

21 LESSONS FOR THE 21ST CENTURY

Jameson’s dystopian psychological thriller follows American historian and academic Jon Keller on a trip to Switzerland, when nuclear war breaks out and the world seemingly ends. As he and the twenty remaining survivors rally together to stay alive, the body of a young girl is tragically found murdered. Which means someone in their hotel is a killer.

With paranoia and suspicion creeping in, Jon decides to investigate. But what kind of justice can be served when society as he knows it no longer exists?

A unique and gripping read that could easily be turned into an addictive Netflix TV series or film.

Meet the Gleesons and the Stanhopes.

Two New York families first brought together through the NYC police academy when young rookies Francis Gleeson and Brian Stanhope work together.

Later, they become neighbours and start families next to one another. But behind closed doors, the loneliness of Francis’s wife, Lena, and the instability of Brian’s wife, Anne—sets the stage for the explosive events to come.

An emotional read that’s not for the faint-hearted. If you enjoy stories that are more character-driven than plotdriven and like to explorer the nuances of human behaviour and relationships, this book is for you.

In his thoughtprovoking new book 21 Lessons for the 21st Century, historian Yuval Noah Harari creates a useful framework for confronting your deepest fears. The trick for putting an end to our anxieties, he suggests, is not to stop worrying. It’s to know which things to worry about, and how much to worry about them.

This book contains very few answers - mainly it's about questions. There are chapters on work, war, education, religion, nationalism, immigration, and 15 other weighty matters. Harari is more interested in defining the terms of the discussion and giving us historical and philosophical perspective.

Hanna Jameson

Yuval Noah Harari

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The Harbour Gallery Jersey

managed by Art in the Frame Foundation As Art in the Frame Foundation, the managing charity of The Harbour Gallery Jersey, celebrates its 21st Birthday, the two are fundraising to raise awareness and the profile of both the charity and the gallery.

This is to enable it to expand its work in art education through workshops and classes, promotion for up-and-coming artists and craftworkers through exhibitions, plus events, talks and demonstrations over the next few years.

AUTUMN WORKSHOPS 2019 WITH ALYSN MIDGELOW-MARSDEN

FRIDAY 18TH OCTOBER ‘SWEET AS …’

Think Arabian nights, Indian beetle wing embroideries, lush, colourful and metallic!

Create a jewel-like richly textured surface using sweet wrappers, organza, gel medium, stencils, metal leaf, a few beads and a bit of help from a heat gun.

SATURDAY 19TH OCTOBER AUTUMNAL SURFACES AND TEXTURES

The glorious, vibrant colours and textures we associate with the autumn will be translated through the media of recycled coffee pods, needlefelting, wirework, stitching and beading to create a panel or free standing sculpture.

SUNDAY 20TH OCTOBER STAINS AND DISCARDS

Play with staining, dripping and splashing papers and fabrics. Includes working in fabrics, old shirts, jeans etc. and taking inspiration from Japanese boro stitching, kantha stitching and from make do and mend techniques.

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'STRUCTURES' EXHIBITION THE DIVERSITY GROUP, led by DI RICHARDSON (OPENING BY ALYSN MIDGELOW-MARSDEN) 17TH OCT - 3RD NOV 2019 Diversity’s textile exhibition this year is based around structures.

The group now consists of regular members and guests we have invited along the way. This year we are also looking to the future and plan to include up-and-coming students from Highlands College and past A level students from the Gallery now studying degree courses in London and New York.

PENNY POTS

As part of our 21st birthday celebrations, we are launching our Penny Pots donation scheme to collect money for the charity.

Take a pot home from the desk, fill it up with all your loose change then bring it back to Harbour Gallery Jersey before 1st Dec. You will be given an entry number to our draw on 3rd Dec to win a FREE 2 hour Christmas Kids Workshop for up to 10 kids!

PROMOTION SHOOTING LIGHT A PHOTOGRAPHIC JOURNEY 19th SEP - 13th OCT 2019 A PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION

BY VINCE THORNE “Let’s travel into the past to see where my passion started and on into the present.

Photography is a way of feeling, of touching, of loving. What you have caught on film is captured forever… It remembers little things, long after you have forgotten everything.” - Vince Thorne

THE 100 CLUB We are once again running The 100 Club to raise funds for the charity.

Cash prizes each month for The 100 Club will be: £150 / £125 / £75 / £50 / £25 Drawn on 20th of each month, starting Dec. As an extra treat, there will be an additional draw of 5 x £21 in Dec to celebrate our 21st Birthday so there will be a total of 10 prizes to win that month!

CHARITY BAGS Canvas shopping bag with shoulder straps.

All proceeds go to our managing charity Art in the Frame Foundation.

Thanks to local photographer Gary Power for the use of his image.

CELEBRATE OUR 21ST BIRTHDAY WITH SUNDAY LUNCH! Sunday 20th October | 12.30pm for 1.15pm The Ambassadeur Hotel, St Clement £25 adults | £11 kids Join us for Sunday lunch to celebrate the charity’s 21st birthday! Bring the whole family. Plenty of parking at the hotel or take the no. 1 bus!

Fantastic Grand Charity Raffle... Come prepared!

LES QUENNEVAIS ART EXHIBITION 4TH - 10TH NOV 2019 Featuring the work from Les Quennevais Art Department, including a fashion show of work that the students have made.

Keep up to date with all the latest news by following The Harbour Gallery Jersey, the home of Art in the Frame Foundation, on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter or visit the website. Tel: 01534 743044.

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Conformity is okay, but we prefer to be different!

A contemporary ceramic French Bulldog sculpture £500, wearing a Chiampesan 18ct gold and diamond necklace and matching bracelet, pre-owned £3500, seated on an antique mahogany footstool £280.

La Grande Route de St Laurent, St Lawrence, Jersey, JE3 1NJ (near St Lawrence Parish Church) Open Wednesday to Saturday 10am to 5pm | Telephone 485177 Free car park to rear and ample free parking in public car park opposite

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