With Issue 46 of Breathe, embrace every element of your being, and allow authenticity to replace the act of social camouflage. Savour warming soup recipes from Naomi Sherman, and escape to the Bay of Fires with photographer and interior designer Ingrid Weir. Discover the joys and benefits of intergenerational friendships, learn how to ensure your beliefs are balanced with your actions, and delight in the calming possibilities of a birdsong pilgrimage. Plus, be transported by the beauty of Breathe’s bonus collectable art print.
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