Sofia Gigante, Tree Mother, Temple Incense, Storytelling and The Cranberries

Sofia Gigante, Tree Mother, Temple Incense, Storytelling and The Cranberries

I'm at that point in my cycle where my energy is low and I wanna take everything slow. Nonetheless, I will be in London this week to interview Pai Skincare Founder, Sarah Brown. This monthly conversation series for The Stack World are always an energiser for me. I love being around the community and learning insights from experienced founders. RSVP here


My Monday Muse is ecologist Suzanne Simard. Her 30 years of research in Canadian forests have led to an astounding discovery – trees talk, often and over vast distances. Learn more about the harmonious yet complicated social lives of trees and prepare to see the natural world with new eyes.


Feeling... I was anxious last week. I didn’t practice New Method 8 - Control Your Media Diet and the US election and the knowledge that tech bros had a hand it in made me really stressed. So I just checked out a bit and decided to return to spiritual practice. I did a Jivamukti Yoga session at Love Supreme online and felt more at peace.

Watching...  I only watch The Penguin for Sofia Gigante’s outfits… Love this Elle interview with her.

Eating... I made a giant Shepherds Pie and am just nibbling from it all week. Try this Caribbean one.

Smelling... I finally rebought Amber Kiso for winter from Space NK who are steadily increasing their brands. I love the smoky Japanese forest vibe. Smells of temple incense. I also bought Necessaire Santal Body Wash to see how strong the smell is. It's not super strong but still lovely.

Wearing... I got gifted a Varley half zip and I've been wearing it daily.

Reading... This post on how to write better by Chuck Palahniuk.

Newsletters... As Seen On By Ochuko is where I get my regular business, tech and consumer gossip news from a bonafide Gen Z.

Podcasts… This two-hour podcast on Storytelling, in business and life, is a masterclass.

Listening... The Cranberries.

Business 2.0… I'm trying to wrap my head around e-commerce (remember I'm a service/experience founder) what are the best tools for a product based website that you could recommend?

Thinking... About this letter on being a citizen...

Have a great week!

Love Shar X

Cooking is tougher than eating.