Words by: Anna Bearsley 
Interviewee: Aoife Bearsley - Educational and Developmental Registrar 
Art by: Tsambika Kozirakis

Growing up is rarely a straight path. It twists, turns, doubles back on itself, and sometimes leads to places we never expected.

Aoife Bearsley, an Educational and Developmental Registrar, has spent her life helping young people navigate these challenges. Her own journey has been just as full of lessons — about love, resilience, and the ever-changing meaning of growth. Here, she reflects on the milestones, missteps, and moments that have shaped her into who she is today.