EPISODE · Jul 22, 2025 · 32 MIN
[REPLAY] Summer Series: 5 Summer Survival Tips From A Fat Gal
from The Culture Of It All · host Melanie Knights
As I write this, it’s currently a gloomy summer day. The damp tension is in the air, a promise of thunderstorms and cooler temperatures just outside my office window. And whilst I impatiently wait for the real thing, I have a ‘Summer Storm’ soundscape playing on Insight Timer. Gloomy weather is my vibe.My soul craves cosiness, even in the warmer months and over the past few years I’ve discovered ways that I can embrace my love of all things Autumn, and it helps me survive the summer.This week I’m bringing you another wonderful episode from last year's Summer Series, 5 Summer Survival Tips From A Fat Gal! Chapters:00:00 Welcome07:18 Tip One: Manage Your Expectations10:41 Tip Two: Practise Taking Up Space14:52 Tip Three: Do Things That Bring You Joy, Coziness and Happiness18:04 Tip Four: Embrace Comfort19:30 Tip Five: Start Small & Be Gentle With Yourself21:09 Checking In With Yourself & Journal PromptsThank you for listening to The Culture Of It All! this podcast is a reader-supported publication. To receive early posts, bonus material and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber on Substack. Come say 'hello' on social media! You'll find episode content on Instagram stories. Looking for more conversations around the politics of fashion? Join me on TikTok Until next time, pals — keep showing up, speaking up, and taking up space.
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As I write this, it’s currently a gloomy summer day. The damp tension is in the air, a promise of thunderstorms and cooler temperatures just outside my office window. And whilst I impatiently wait for the real thing, I have a ‘Summer Storm’ soundscape playing on Insight Timer. Gloomy weather is my vibe. My soul craves cosiness, even in the warmer months and over the past few years I’ve discovered ways that I can embrace my love of all things Autumn, and it helps me survive the summer....
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