The cadence, tone, speed of delivery combined with the knowledge, respect and wonder of the natural world, all contribute to the unrivalled, expressive voice of Sir David Attenborough. As Sir David describes incredible wildlife sequences unravelling on our TV screens, he immerses himself and we listeners too, in the everyday worlds of jaguars, angel-fish, baboons…
A few days ago, I went with my son on a hawk walk in the autumn-tinged fields surrounding Bath. He’s always been keen on wildlife and nature and this experience of flying a Harris Hawk, in conjunction with the West of England Falconry, was my birthday gift for him. Donning the leather gauntlet on his…
The skill of listening is integral to speaking, it’s what makes a conversation. I am sitting at my desk, glancing out of the window to the pretty pink, late flowering hollyhocks, petals open to furry, pollen-covered bees, going over discussions that happened during my recent creative writing course. A key point has popped into my…
I have just returned from a trip to Egypt which I can honestly say was the hottest and most illuminating journey I have ever made. Under the burning eye of the ancient god, Ra, I explored ancient civilisations near the banks of the Nile around Aswan and Luxor. Travelling for the first time to this…
“I have worked with Debbie via Zoom for a few weeks and I am very pleased not only with how my presentation skills have improved, but also with my improved confidence levels which had taken a hit following the months of working from home. I’m back up to speed now and confidently at the podium… Read more…
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