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A Funeral during Coronavirus

This pandemic has presented unique challenges and changes for bereaved families who are organising funerals for their loved ones during this awful time. Yes, funerals are still taking place but with some very crucial changes. Currently, Registration offices are closed to the public.  Deaths are being registered remotely and death certificates are being sent electronically...

Looking Up When You’re Locked Down

By hiding ourselves away from the invisible corona-villain, we’re not only having to deal with heightened anxiety, but also loneliness, boredom and uncertainty.  Put simply, being “locked down” is as unnatural a situation a human being can possibly find themselves in.  Over millions of years, we have evolved into incredibly sociable creatures.  Back in the day,...

Talking to Children About Coronavirus

As the coronavirus spreads across the world and our daily lives are transformed, we must all be aware of the need for good mental-health care. Obviously, it’s a stressful time. Families are confined to their homes. Schools are cancelled.  Many businesses are closed. Workers are being laid off en-masse, causing financial distress and then there...

Wedding Planning:  Coronavirus

Typical!  You’ve spent months, if not years, planning one of the biggest days of your life, only to have the rug pulled from under your feet by what?  A freakin’ virus!  The reality of this almost defies belief, but if this is your current reality, then you’re not alone.  We want you to know that...

Tales from the Celebranthood: John Leo Scott

As part of our ‘Tales from the Celebranthood’ series of blogs, this week we’ve interviewed one of our sensational Celebrants, John Leo Scott, for some insight into the world of a Celebrant and what it means to him personally. What made you want to become a celebrant? I was at a crossroads in my life,...

Fuze Ceremonies: How Our Humanist Celebrant Journey Began

The Fuze Story We’re shining the spotlight on the first ever Fuze Celebrant and Founder, Anne Widdop, by asking her why she decided to set up Fuze Ceremonies. Anne started by saying:  “Life can take us on interesting paths, many unplanned, and that’s what happened to me.  Here’s my story, and I’d love to hear...

Thursday Thoughts:  Worldwide Birth Traditions

Each week, as part of our Thursday Thoughts series of blogs, we’re going to be taking a look at some of the weird & wonderful traditions from around the world, paying particular attention to the milestones of life.  Last week we shone the spotlight on the UK and the customs & traditions associated with welcoming...

Thursday Thoughts:  Embrace Change!

Each week as part of our Thursday Thoughts series of blogs, we’ve been taking a look at how we can be the best possible version of ourselves.  This week we’re shining the spotlight on how embracing change can have a hugely positive impact on our lives. Champions embrace change and look to make changes when...

Thursday Thoughts:  How to Think Positively

Each week as part of our Thursday Thoughts series of blogs, we’ve been taking a look at how we can be the best possible version of ourselves.  Last week, we had a think about the self-talk cycle and how it can have a huge impact on both our personal and professional lives.  So this week...