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by Ashley
Posted on November 3, 2017

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Tonight we trim the tree - right after we scoff these wintry yogurt parfaits with warm homemade plum compote and figs. 😋😉 What are you up to this eve?

I didn't study music at university - my degree was in English language and literature. • My programme at @memorialuniversity also included lots of survey courses in history, biology, religious studies, archaeology, anthropology, German film, Italian, human kinesiology, and economics. I also studied dietetics and nutrition at the @theopenuniversityv for fun. • I believe that exposing students to arts, science, and business encourages them to become well-rounded, creative, adaptable and empathetic. My education has certainly helped me to build a career that doesn't fit neatly into any box, but that grows and changes with me. • Never turn down an opportunity to learn about something new - even if it doesn't seem relevant at the time. You never know when it'll come in handy!

I've been really focused on new work projects this year, and taking my career in a new direction . . . and I'm having to admit to myself that it's been pretty detrimental to my health. • I've prioritised work over healthy meal planning and food prep, and have been snacking incessantly on everything in sight - cakes, cheese, small bits of furniture . . . and not exercising. • So, I've called myself up on it, and am making a conscious effort to get things back on track. • For someone like me (a 5'2" female), this means a strict(ish) 1400 per day calorie diet with LOTS AND LOTS of veggies, wholegrains, fruit, beans, veggies, veggies, and other tasty things. And more veggies. • I know my body quite well, and once I've returned to a healthy BMI, I can upgrade to about 1850kcals a day to maintain 🤗. • I have to be conscious of squeezing as many vitamins and minerals into 1400kcals as I can - but it's not hard at all if you're prepping fresh food at home. A healthy diet is NEVER about starving yourself. • Now that I'm gigging less and coaching/teaching more, I can have normal mealtimes (instead of scoffing a Maccie's drive-through at 2am on the way home after a show) 💪 • @nhsenglandldn has great tips on healthy eating, safe dieting, and how to find your optimum BMI. • Now if you'll excuse me, I have a kilo of veggies to prep! 😋

One of the first places I ever performed in the UK was at the Raven Folk Club in Chester. It was a warm, inviting, and supportive environment, and it allowed me to explore my writing and playing style. • Open mics and folk clubs are great for building confidence, testing out songs, and refining your performance skills. Plus, they're a whole lot of fun, and often have a great sense of community which can be invaluable to budding songwriters.

Putting plans in place for my 2019 songwriting retreat in Wales. Students will be slumming it 😋 in these beautiful and eclectic Shepherd's Huts. Just this sink alone is enough to inspire at least one album, am I right? 😍. Tickets/info in bio and AshleyFayth.com/retreat2019

I always find it easier to write when I'm surrounded by trees. • I tell myself that after 10 years of living in cities, I've adjusted to the noise and the concrete and the bustle. • Then I take a walk in the woods and realise that for the first time all week, I can breathe. • I'll be running a songwriting retreat on a private nature reserve in Wales in June. Visit ashleyfayth.com/retreat2019 or link in bio for info.

Well, this little nugget is officially ours. Can't wait to watch my first sunrise from here.

Enlisting the services of Chris Harvey to help me mix some home recordings. There's lots of recording (and writing) on the cards this week! 🎧 Tomorrow and Thursday I'll be running my #starlingsessions workshops (in partnership with @chesterzoo) for students of St Alphonsus RC Primary in Manchester!

What was the first song you ever learned to play?🎸 My Dad taught me to play "Achey Breaky Heart" when I was 7 - and I'm not sure I've ever forgiven him. 😋

Our songwriting sessions aim to develop your lyrics, melodies, arrangements, and song concepts - or just help you get started on a new project. We'd love to hear from all you aspiring songwriters! . . . . . . . . #songwriting #songwriter #singersofinstagram #singer #musicislife #musiciansofinstagram #musicianslife #writersofinstagram #writer #chester #cheshirelife #aspiringsinger #singinglessons #songwritingworkshop #worknotplay #guitarporn #newmusic #poetry #musiceducator #musiceducation #musicmentor #mentalhealth #musiclessons #girlwithguitar #girlboss #acousticguitar #studiosetup #learntosing #learntowrite

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