In issue 56 of Breathe, we explore how the words we use can transform our self-talk and the way we feel about ourselves. Discover radical self-care that nurtures both you and your community, and reflect on personal style through mindful fashion choices. Step into literary gardens shaped by imagination and memory, where stories grow and recollections unfurl. Look thoughtfully at the past and notice what old relationships and experiences can teach us. Savour a taste of nostalgia with Alisha Henderson, and pause with a collectable art print by Jiyoung. Take a moment to linger, and let curiosity, creativity, and reflection gently settle around you.
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