For years, Lilian Sue spent her life hiding.

Growing up in a household where her voice was often dismissed, she found a sanctuary within the pages of books. For a long time, she believed that "staying small" was the only way to remain safe. But through her journey, Lilian discovered a profound truth: our stories aren't just memories—they are our superpowers.

If you’ve ever felt pressured to "shrink" yourself to fit into a box society created for you, this story is for you.

Read the full journey of how storytelling saved Lilian’s life and how she is helping entrepreneurs step into their roles as global industry leaders.

DWC Weekly is published every Tuesday and is FREE to read.

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Conversations. We skip the headlines to explore the "why" behind the world’s most interesting topics—one day, one theme, total focus.

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Cathy Jones reflects on the messy dance between chaos and growth, realizing they aren’t enemies but partners. What once felt like a "rock bottom" unraveling was actually a necessary chaos that planted the seeds for a more resilient, tool-filled life.

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Is divorce a breakdown or a breakthrough is a question that rarely has a clean answer. For some it feels like the quiet collapse of a life carefully built, and for others it is the first honest breath after years of holding one in.


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When life cracks you open, spirit walks in.

Launching soon, ​The Soul’s Rising, curated by Sarah Jayd, is a collection of "truth medicine" from women who have walked through loss, grief, and awakening to find their way back to themselves.

In Focus

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In Nobody’s Girl, Virginia Giuffre’s story reminds us that before the headlines, there was a child ignored by the very adults meant to protect her.

We must stop dissecting the monsters and start naming the silence at home.True justice begins when we stop looking away and finally choose to believe girls the first time they speak.

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What began as a downsize evolved into a deep reckoning with identity, proving that "comfortable" often becomes a cage when we carry more than we need.

Stripping life back to the essentials didn’t just create space; it offered the freedom to breathe without having to earn it. One year on, the noise has fallen away, leaving behind only what truly matters.

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Some moments don’t ask for strength—they ask for surrender. By trading the "climb" for grace, Kalen Olson discovered that growth isn't about earning love, but returning to the truth that we are always held, even in grief and uncertainty.

If this season feels like a shedding, you aren't failing; you are simply making space for what matters. 

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What We're Reading

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Janice Hadlow’s The Other Bennet Sister pulls Mary Bennet out of the shadows, transforming the "forgotten" sister into a heroine of resilience and intellect.

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What if your surviving child claimed to be the twin you thought had died?

Pat Allchorne’s review calls it one of the most gripping psychological thrillers she’s read. 

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Four lives, separated by centuries, connected by water, memory, and myth.

A meditation on survival, identity, and the stories hidden in every drop of rain. 

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What We're Watching

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When a school project turns into a cold-case investigation, Pip Fitz-Amobi refuses to accept the "official" story of a local tragedy.

Alongside the alleged killer's brother, she digs through five years of secrets to uncover a truth far more twisted than her sleepy English town ever anticipated.

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What if the colour red could tell you everything—about guilt, desire, and the lies we tell to survive?

It’s a Polish mystery where justice and family loyalty collide on the frozen Baltic coast. A judge’s daughter turns up dead, a young prosecutor digs too deep, and every twist reveals another secret hidden behind closed doors.

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What if James Bond swapped his tuxedo for a tracksuit, only to end up in a bulletproof Savile Row suit anyway?

Kingsman: The Secret Service is Matthew Vaughn’s sharp, satirical twist on the spy genre, following street-smart Eggsy as he trades a council estate for a world of high-tech gadgets and "manners maketh man."

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What We're Listening To

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A podcast dedicated to answering YOUR questions about life's many dilemmas, with insights from Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson. 







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Award-winning podcast about living your best life, by Maria Leonard Olsen & her inspiring guests. Maria is a lawyer/journalist/author who seeks to amplify women's voices.

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In this podcast we help you fix your relationship with food, master your macros, and understand how to train to get the body you want.

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In the Kitchen With Mike Devlin

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Forget the blender—Mike Devlin argues that the ancient mortar and pestle is the secret to a true flavor revolution.

While a blender is like "knocking in a nail with a wrecking ball," the deliberate friction of stone awakens oils and nuances that mechanical blades simply destroy.

It’s a piece of history that ages and seasons with you, perfect for everything from spices to cocktails. Are you team traditional mortar and pestle, or do you prefer the speed of a blender?

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Eating vegan or vegetarian is rarely as simple as skipping meat. From avocados relying on commercial bees to bananas coated in insect-derived wax, "animal involvement" hides in the most unexpected places on our plates.

This is a deep dive into the complexity of food labels and the hidden processes behind what we eat. What’s the one food you were shocked to learn might not actually be vegan or vegetarian?

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Ever had a kitchen fail so bad you wanted to bin the whole day? Before you stress over a burnt tray, imagine a mishap so intense it triggers gas-mask-wearing firefighters, evacuations, or city-wide chemical alerts.

From chili vapours sparking emergency responses to the infamous Boston Molasses Flood, these real-life disasters make a soggy Yorkshire pudding look like a triumph. If you've ever felt dramatic about a ruined dinner, these stories will put your "little accident" into perspective.

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Our Columnists

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Julie Hayes thought she knew her mom’s best friend—until a final twist proved that some rivalries are eternal. From farmyards to cemetery sagas, this is a story about loyalty, love, and the kind of pettiness that lasts a lifetime.

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The bravest thing you can do is take off the mask. For Jamie Tedrick-Monroe, moving from "performance" to authenticity wasn't just a choice—it was survival.

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Healing from abuse isn’t as simple as "moving on." It’s a quiet, daily reclamation of worth. Jaala dives into the reality of recovery—the backslides, the milestones, and the incredible strength it takes to retrain your mind while navigating life.

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All Hail Sir Fluffington & Other Short Stories

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From "Duke of Disdain" to sofa-bound refugee, Sir Fluffington III has survived the ultimate betrayal: a visit to Dr. Edith Crimble and her cold instruments of doom.

After a high-speed "Code Fluff" extraction from the clinic—leaving traumatized Labradors and fainting hamsters in his wake—Sir Fluffington has returned to his kingdom to execute a cold, calculated revenge.

The shoelaces are sabotaged, the socks are buried, and the essential oil diffuser has met its end. Sir Fluffington doesn’t do "forgive and forget." 

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To an 83-year-old gardener, the soil holds more than roots—it holds a lifetime. Her garden is a living diary where roses mark a mother’s passing, daisies celebrate a firstborn, and foxgloves stand as monuments to a battle with cancer.

Through every season of loss, betrayal, and healing, she has watched the earth turn grief into growth. It is a quiet, blooming reminder that in the cycle of life, nothing is ever truly lost—it is simply planted again.

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It started with one fortune cookie.Then Market Bray went mad.

A sleepy English town wakes up when an old Chinese shop reopens and starts handing out fortune cookies that actually come true.

Some are funny, some disastrous, and one ends up revealing who’s been having an affair. Suddenly everyone’s queueing up for biscuits—and blaming them for everything from breakups to baking miracles.

But when the fortunes start fixing hearts as well as breaking them, the town realises something bigger might be at play.

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Places We Love

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Just 2.5 hours north of Auckland, Waipu Caves Scenic Reserve swaps tourist crowds for limestone labyrinths and a "starry" underground sky.

If you’re chasing authentic Kiwi magic off the beaten path, grab a headlamp and get ready to dive into the dark.

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They say travel broadens the mind, but for Annette Densham, Saigon woke up every single sense.

"Travel isn’t about perfect photos—it’s about the chaos, laughter, and moments that change you."

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If Iceland is the land of fire and ice, then Vestrahorn is its gothic crown. 

Whether you’re chasing the Northern Lights in winter or the mirrored glow of a golden hour sunset, Vestrahorn is a soul-stirring masterclass in raw, Icelandic beauty.

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If you are looking for an affordable, high-quality solution to boost hair strength and length retention, the Mielle Rosemary Mint Oil is a standout choice.

It effectively bridges the gap between a therapeutic scalp treatment and a daily shine-enhancing serum. It’s a reliable, natural-leaning product that delivers on its promises of healthier, more resilient hair.

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This is an excellent entry-level anti-ageing cream for anyone in their 30s or 40s looking to combat dullness and dehydration. It delivers a visible "glow" and a softer skin texture for a fraction of the cost of luxury brands.

While it won't replace a dermatologist's intervention for deep wrinkles, it is a stellar choice for a daily "comfort" moisturiser that makes the skin look rested and supple.

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A stellar option for anyone looking to elevate their daily body care ritual. It successfully bridges the gap between a therapeutic moisturiser and a luxury scented lotion.

While those with extremely flaky or severely dry skin conditions might still reach for a medicinal ointment, this lotion is a perfect daily companion for normal to dry skin types seeking a refreshed, silky-smooth result.

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Best of 2025

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From a childhood of silence to a career of impact, Dr. Sam Ballington is our latest cover star. She didn't let trauma define her; she used it as a blueprint for the Association of Child and Family Coaches.

"The same story that once broke you becomes the one that builds you."

Dr. Ballington’s journey is a masterclass in survival and transformation. 

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Six weeks after a double mastectomy, Louise Bernadette Butcher ran a marathon. Her story isn't about a "return to normal"—it’s about a radical refusal to shrink.

By choosing flat closure and unapologetic visibility, Louise proves that strength doesn't disappear with scars; it’s forged in them.

"Freedom begins the moment you stop asking to be understood."

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Our first-ever black-and-white cover celebrates Sharon Latham, the woman who broke barriers to become the first female full-time Premier League club photographer. 

From local open mic nights to the sidelines of Manchester City and the stages of Glastonbury, Sharon’s career is a testament to instinct over perfection. 

"Personality matters just as much as technical skill."

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