Dignity in the doing, with Annabelle Hickson

Things we talk about in this episode:

• Annabelle's journey to becoming an accidental florist

• The pitfalls of renovating an old house

• The joy of engaging in the nature around you

• Creativity and 'dignity in the doing'

• Finding beauty in the mundane

• Using real life experiences to connect with your audience

• Annabelle's podcast, and the challenges of public speaking when you're really more of a writer

• Being a 'webtrovert' (an introvert who blossoms online)

• Forming real friendships through social media

• Managing self-criticism

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Annabelle's book - A Tree in the House: Flowers for your home, special occasions and every day*

• Annabelle and Gillian's podcast - Dispatch to a Friend

• Gillian Bell's instagram - @gillianbellcake

• Fiona Pickles Instagram - @firenzaflowers 

• The Moth Snowstorm

• Lit Up podcast

• Emily Dickinson

• My Open Kitchen

• My Instagram - @me_and_orla