I am very privileged that my job as a PhD researcher allows the time and space to read, listen, observe and write. At the core of my research is inclusivity, personal lived experiences and the universality in emotional well-being. Therefore, I find it counterproductive to write in only traditional academic language that can often exclude the people I am writing about and those I hope to inform. My supervisors have encouraged me to find the voices that I admire, and learn from them to find my own style of writing. I have found these to be disability activists, fashion critics, music journalists, gardeners and cooks. They are gentle and humorous voices, committed to putting things out into the world that affect change. Above all they remain curious about the human connection that is found in food, gardening, music and fashion rather than the novelty and exclusivity. They value and respect the ingredients, care, time, craft and subtle nuances that create the best sensory experiences. They seek to include other authentic and articulate voices in their conversations and also give a platform to those whose voices are often not heard. Their work is accessible to everyone. Here I will share some of my own writings as I search for my own voice. I hope my musings are interesting to others.