Busy House, Happy Home

Welcome back to Busy House, Happy Home.

It feels so lovely to be back with the podcast, and I couldn’t think of a nicer way to begin Season 7 than by sharing an extract from my book, Through the Seasons.

In this episode, I read from the winter section of the book, followed by the January chapter, A Gentle Reset. Winter is a season I truly cherish - not in spite of its starkness, but because of it. It’s a time for stillness, warmth, reflection, and finding comfort in simple, timeless rituals at home.

January, in particular, feels like a quiet pause after the bustle of December. A month for restoring order gently, nourishing ourselves well, and easing into a new rhythm - without pressure or lofty resolutions. Just small, grounding acts of care that help us feel calm and settled again.

I also share a little about why the podcast has been on pause, why now feels like the right time to return, and how I see this season of the podcast unfolding - gently, intuitively, and in a way that feels right.

This episode is perfect to listen to while you’re pottering at home, cooking, walking, or enjoying a quiet moment with a cup of tea.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode

• A winter reading from Through the Seasons
• January reflections and a gentle reset for the new year
• Thoughts on slowing down, cosiness, and seasonal living
• Why the podcast is returning now
• What to expect from Busy House, Happy Home going forward

Links & Resources Mentioned

• My book: Through the Seasons - currently available for pre-order - https://www.askcharlie.how/shop/p/through-the-seasons-with-ask-charlie (Ad/Own Brand)
• Online courses: Available via my website in the Online Courses section (Cooking, batch cooking, Aga cooking, sewing, seasonal living and homemaking)

You can find everything here:

https://www.askcharlie.how (Ad/Own Brand)

Get in Touch

I’d love to hear from you.

If you have a question, a topic you’d like me to cover, or if you’d like to be part of a future conversation on the podcast, please do get in touch.

Email: hello@askcharlie.how

You can also leave a comment on YouTube or message me there.

Listen & Watch

This episode is also available to watch in video form over on my YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ask.charlie 

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It really does make such a difference and allows me to keep creating and sharing more content with you.

Thank you so much for being here, and for listening.

Love, Charlie x

Thank you for listening to Busy House, Happy Home - a place for gentle conversations about everyday life at home.

This podcast is shaped by the questions and conversations shared by its listeners, so please do get in touch if there’s something you’d like Charlie to talk about. You can reach her at hello@askcharlie.how.

For more from Charlie, including books, seasonal guides, and her Members Club, as well as lifestyle and homeware, you can visit askcharlie.how.