Rich Monday Paper-What Charms Reflect Your Spirit?

Welcome to a brand new week, a clean page, a fresh chapter and an invitation to bring a little more meaning into who you see when looking at yourself, how well you know yourself, what you wear, what you choose and how you show up.

In this issue of Rich Monday Paper, we’re asking a deceptively simple question: What charms reflect your spirit? Not just the ones you wear around your wrist or neck, but the choices you make, the moods you experience, the beliefs you carry every day.

Much like the charm bracelets, life offers us a chance to collect meaning and experience purpose, to string together stories through our daily rituals, our routines, our relationships, our emotions. This week, we explore how these quiet symbols become our language, how we tell the world who we are, without ever saying a word. Most importantly, we hope to inspire you discover the most important story- the story you tell yourself, about yourself, when no one else is listening.

So what charms will you choose to wear, hold, express or embody this week that feels like you? Here’s what we’re excited to share in this issue:

The Good News We Love About the Week Ahead

Start your Monday with positive energy. We round up the stories you may have missed, from innovations, small wins to global moments of goodness that remind us the world is still full of possibility.

EU Focus: Progress and Purpose

Our spotlight this week is on Europe’s evolving commitments to peace and prosperity, the rise of youth leaders and how the old continent is home to creativity, shaping a more conscious world.

The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, a €5 billion German scheme to help companies subject to the EU Emission Trading Scheme (‘ETS’) decarbonise their production processes. The scheme contributes to the achievement of Germany’s energy and climate targets as well as of the EU’s sustainable prosperity and competitiveness objectives.

“The scheme approved today will support ambitious projects that will significantly reduce the greenhouse gas emissions of industrial production processes in Germany. It will contribute to the EU’s objective of reaching climate neutrality by 2050, while ensuring that any potential competition distortions are kept to the minimum. “ – Teresa Ribera, Executive Vice-President for Clean, Just and Competitive Transition

Happy Table- Mindful Eating, Joyfully Done

More than food, it’s nourishment for the body, the mind, and the soul, around a happy table. Mindful eating invites us to slow down and return to the present moment, to savour not just what’s on our plate but the act of eating itself.

It’s not about counting calories or denying pleasure; it’s about appreciating the colours, textures, and flavours that bring our meals to life. It’s about noticing how food makes us feel, where it comes from, and what it means to us. In a world that moves fast and feeds on distraction, mindful eating is a quiet rebellion—a chance to rediscover joy, gratitude, and connection at the table. When we eat with intention, we nourish more than hunger. We honour the moment.

Rich Travel: Finding Wonder Close to Home

No plane tickets needed. Sometimes, wonder waits just beyond your doorstep. This week, we explore the art of micro-adventures, those beautifully simple, soul-refreshing experiences that remind us the extraordinary is often hidden in the everyday.

Whether it’s wandering a forgotten path in a nearby woodland, following a river you’ve never really noticed, or visiting a part of your own city you’ve never explored, micro-adventures offer a chance to reconnect with curiosity and awe without the need for a passport. There’s a quiet kind of magic in seeing familiar streets with fresh eyes, in walking without a destination, and in letting the day unfold without a plan.

These small escapes don’t just stretch your legs—they stretch your perspective. Sometimes, the adventure you’re craving isn’t far away. It’s right where you are.

Feeling Good and Happy

What does happiness really look like when it’s not curated for the screen? We dive into the slow joys, the science of contentment and the beauty of small things. While boosting dopamine feels good, too much artificial stimulation can lead to dopamine crashes and addiction. We look into the 5 natural, sustainable habits, Feel Good factors to boost your happiness beyond dopamine.

The Corner Office Mindset: Why We Fall for Charismatic Leaders—and How to Protect Ourselves

We’ve all met them. The people who light up a room, disarm tension with a smile and seem to bend reality with their words. They’re magnetic. Persuasive. Unforgettable.
But here’s the twist: charm isn’t always what it seems. Charm in leadership can be a force for good, or a mask for manipulation. We dig into the psychology of why we’re drawn to charisma and how to stay awake to its impact.

Cultivating Authentic Charisma

Charisma isn’t something you’re born with. It’s something you build. This feature invites you to discover how presence, empathy, and quiet confidence can transform the way you lead—and live. We all wear a mask from time to time. But the truly charismatic have learned to live without one. They’re not afraid to be flawed. They don’t need to be perfect. They are raw, human, grounded. Authentic charisma begins with knowing who you are, not just what you want to achieve.

There is speaking but there is listening. Not the kind where you nod while planning your reply. Real listening. The kind that makes someone feel heard all the way down to their bones. People remember that. Most of us go through life without remembering when was the last time when we felt heard. But when someone stops and really sees you, when they’re not distracted, not waiting for their turn, it’s unforgettable.

We explore charismatic leaders and the value they bring to the world- the experts who have been announced to speak on the agenda for Identity Week Europe 2025.

ClaudiaColijn, Expert Lead KYC Onboarding, ABN AMRO, Pallavi Kapale, Senior Financial Crime Officer (2LOD) – Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), Bank of China, Laurent Bailly, Payment Taskforce Lead, EWC, Gino Schwengle, Project Director, Aruba Happy One Pass, James Machen, Head of Operations Control, Wizz Air, Anna-LiisaTampuu, Biometrics Team Leader, IT and Development Centre, The Ministry of the Interior of Estonia, Arseniy Korobchenko, Enterprise Architect, Booking.com

Charm, Confidence & Cool—Just in Time for Mother’s Day

This week, we honour the women who hold us, raise us and always inspire us to re-imagine ourselves. From letters of love to slow rituals that say “thank you,” we celebrate the quiet strength and irreplaceable magic of motherhood.

This Spring, Primark and Rita Ora are bringing the sunshine to your doorstep. The SS25 Collection is a bold, beautiful tribute to personal expression, full of wearable charm, nostalgic nods, and looks that feel as good as they look.

At the heart of it? Pieces that speak volumes—without shouting. Pieces that sparkle with personality. And best of all? They won’t break the bank.

Build Your Charm Capsule This Week

Inspired by the enchanting world of Fable England, we invite you to build a charm capsule that reflects your mood, memories, and magic. From fabrics to accessories, this is about wearing your story—one charm at a time.

Wonderland welcome us to a magical world where curious creatures and fantastical foliage abound. Lose yourself in dreamlike motifs, take a nostalgic trip with some familiar friends, and navigate your way back to nature. ​ Spot the Rolly Polly Bird, the Dodo, flamingos and a white rabbit – a signature Fable tale, sprinkled with love and magic. ​

Wherever you find yourself this Monday, coffee in hand, deep in thought, ready to face the week, I hope this edition reminds you of your own magic. The charm of your spirit. The power of your presence. The joy of showing up as the signal of what’s possible.

Here’s to a week of rich charm with meaning!

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