Francesca Specter
Francesca Specter is a freelance journalist and the author of Alonement: How to be alone and absolutely own it. Based in north London, she's previously worked for Yahoo Lifestyle, Express.co.uk and Healthy magazine, and has written for the Telegraph, Red and Huffington Post.
Latest articles by Francesca Specter
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Forget Christmas and NYE—for me, 'Twixmas' is the most wonderful time of the year
Christmas Day and NYE get all the hype, but what about the bit in between?
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Journaling for beginners: how to start putting your thoughts to page
New to keeping a journal? Our journaling for beginners guide will show you how to get the most out of your diary
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'Why, a decade on from heartbreak, I returned to the City of Love alone'
Solo Travel Week 'Sitting there on the river Arno, I realised: I am my own plan A.'
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Solo Travel Week editor's letter: Francesca Specter on embracing traveling alone
Solo Travel Week The 'Alonement' author writes a love letter to traveling solo to mark the beginning of our Solo Travel Week
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Molly-Mae Hague has “five friends” and “focuses on being successful”—but is that a bad thing?
Her confession stirred up a hot debate, but is there anything wrong with having a small circle?
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'Bridgerton' ending explained: what happened at the end of season one?
Need the 'Bridgerton' ending explained? Let's revisit everything that happens in the gripping finale ahead of season two
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Shows like 'Bridgerton': more binge-worthy shows to add to your watch list
The best shows like 'Bridgerton' after you finish season two
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'Bridgerton' cast: everything you need to know about the stars of the Netflix hit
Get to know the 'Bridgerton' cast, from the O.G. characters to season 2 newcomers
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Here's how to actually enjoy a solo night out
Does the thought of a night out alone fill you with fear? You're not alone. After a TikTok video showed one woman failing miserably, we look at practical ways to do it
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Loneliness Awareness Week 2021: 'What living alone throughout a pandemic taught me about how to feel less lonely'
Loneliness Awareness Week 2021 'I am grateful for what the past year has taught me: how to identify and navigate loneliness.'
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How to find your purpose in life and give it more meaning?
Struggling to find your ‘why’? Follow these steps towards a more meaningful existence
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Habits for happiness: daily habits to boost your happiness levels
Having a bad day? Turn that frown upside down with these mood-lifting hacks
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