Welcome to the Journal
A place for musing, reflections and conversations on all things bathing.
Finding meaning and belonging in communal bathing
As different bodies convene in shared bathing areas, their unified rituals evoke a sense of meaning and afford us a feeling of belonging.
Gentle steps back: prioritising self-kindness and comfort after change
How do we navigate reemerging into an old world as new versions of ourselves?
On little losses and big grief
We're often told there's no right or wrong way to grieve. But what about when grief doesn't take the form we're used to?
The many nuances of happiness
The Ancient Greek concept of 'eudaimonia' is a clue to how we can help ourselves feel better when we’re stuck
It's time to accept the mess
By attempting to hurry productivity, things will only get stuck and stale.
The misunderstood importance of escapism
We all need moments of respite and escapism requires us to turn away from unpleasant realities and seek pleasure in activity or fantasy.
The pleasure of doing nothing
The Italian phrase 'dolce far niente' calls for pleasant relaxation in carefree idleness.
What is self-love anyway?
Today, ‘Self-love’ is often invoked to justify all sorts of behaviours, for better or worse.
Exploring bathhouses of the world
Bathhouses around the world are places to meet, socialise, connect, and escape everyday life, with some existing for centuries.
The dangers of perfectionism
Don’t wear the badge. Fuck it up, cry, hurt, laugh. Move on. Trust us, it's liberating.
Five things to know about your body and your health
Over the years, decades and centuries, we’ve been told a lot of (sometimes conflicting) things about our bodies and our health.