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The Journal

Notes from the workshop.

A monthly letter from Emily and the Yougi team. Sourcing stories, scent guides, and the occasional slow Sunday read.

All The oils Rest and calm Slow living Scent stories The craft The studio

Emily blending essential oils into a candle at the Yougi studio table

Featured · The studio

Employee Wellness Workshops: A Guide for Teams in the UK

October 2026

What a Yougi team workshop involves, which formats suit which groups, where they run, and how to book one that lands.

Recent notes.

A mindful London experience over a wrapped gift.

Why Londoners Are Choosing Mindful Experiences Over Material Gift

A wellness experience gift over a wrapped object.

Christmas Gift Guide: Experiences Over Objects

A candle making workshop table in London.

What to Expect at Your First Candle Making Workshop

Planning a festive candle workshop in autumn.

Early Bird Christmas Workshop Bookings

Emily Lynam, founder of Yougi, in conversation in the studio.

An interview with Emily, founder of Yougi