Have you ever felt overwhelmed—like there’s so much happening in your head that you don’t even know where to start? Feeling overwhelmed isn’t a weakness or a failure. It’s your mind asking you to slow down and step back. Screens, noise, decisions, pressure… they stack up, and suddenly even the small things feel huge.

Being present can mean a hundred different things depending on who you ask. For me, it’s the ability to set aside whatever is happening in life and focus fully on the moment in front of you. And when it comes to wildlife, that skill becomes essential.

As I’ve said before, wildlife is unpredictable. One second something is there, the next it’s gone. That’s part of the magic. For me, spending time with British wildlife is an escape from the noise of day‑to‑day life — a chance to slow down, breathe, and simply observe. Whether you’re sitting in one spot for hours or you’ve only just arrived somewhere, being present is everything.