Zaza Elena

The Broken And The Beautiful

Recent Thoughts “I came here for my holidays, not to suffer,” the woman hissed at me. The reason for her outburst was a broken balcony light; the romantic electric candles we had placed instead had apparently ruined her vacation. Like many others this summer, she had arrived with a suitcase

Sitting With What Is

Silence  Last month, I sat on a stone in the golden evening sun, my eyes resting on four horses grazing in silence, the occasional breath through their nose.  The Eiger mountain stood tall behind the field, its presence serene and protective. I had spotted my new neighbours from the kitchen

Familiar Yet New

There is no other city in Europe like Berlin in the summer. Berlin summers are people hanging out in cafés, restaurants, and bars, in parks, along the river, in boats, on balconies, and on rooftops. People who dance, bike, swim, play, and talk. Berlin in summer makes one happy, and

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Being Well In An Unwell World

Ice cubes. 4cl Aperol. Prosecco. Sparkling water. A slice of orange. Repeat sixteen times. It was a golden summer day in 2022, under a spotless Algarve sky. A deceptive beauty as wildfires raged just an hour away. We were nearing the end of a seven-month journey and spent our last

The World We Choose To Create

Are We Living in the Worst Black Mirror Episode Yet? After watching the latest AI-generated Trump Gaza video (not to mention everything that happened since), I was left speechless. Something inside me refused to accept that this was real. My first reaction? No. He did not. Impossible. And yet, in

On Regeneration

Regeneration is more than recovery—it's a mindset of interconnection, hope, and renewal. Small, intentional acts can create lasting change for ourselves, our communities, and the planet.

Nurturing Your Space, Nurturing Yourself

How do we make our homes places of regeneration? It's about creating a space that reflects who you are and helps you feel grounded. Creating a home where you feel nourished is an act of self-love.

The Essence Of Places

Have you ever noticed how some places stay with you long after you've left? Their energy still lingers in your body, and their stories keep wandering through your mind. It's as if the place we visit—and live in—becomes a part of us, with the