I'm so glad you found your way to Canals & Citrus.
WHY I STARTED CANALS & CITRUS
I started Canals & Citrus after going through a difficult experience I couldn’t really talk about with anyone. When I turned to my friends, I realized I didn’t have the space to share what I was going through. And when I looked for professional help, I found that most therapists had waiting lists of several months.
Only later did I understand that this wasn’t just my experience. Many people struggle to find a place where they can speak openly and feel genuinely heard. That’s why I began offering one‑on‑one listening sessions — completely free. (You can read more about that here.) It was the original reason I created this blog, and along the way I discovered how much I enjoy the writing itself.
WHAT YOU’LL FIND HERE
Canals & Citrus is a growing blog. I explore experiences honestly, even when they do not fit neatly into popular narratives. Sometimes that means writing about topics or perspectives that may feel uncomfortable, unexpected, or open to discussion. If something resonates with you — or if you see things differently — I would genuinely love to hear your perspective. I believe that honest conversations become more meaningful when different experiences and viewpoints are allowed to exist alongside each other.WHO THIS BLOG IS FOR
Canals & Citrus is for readers who value authenticity over trends — people who are curious about mental wellbeing, genuine relationships, simple living, food, culture, and the stories behind everyday life.NEW POSTS
Every weekday, you'll find a new article on Canals & Citrus at 8:00 AM CET/CEST.Every Saturday at 8:00 AM CET/CEST, you’ll find the mini weekend magazine Saturdays with Diana. If you’d like, you can subscribe to it here.
FIND ME ELSEWHERE
On Pinterest, you can find my full blog archive.On Facebook, I occasionally share more personal thoughts and updates.
SUPPORT MY WORK
Everything on Canals & Citrus is freely accessible.If you would like to support my work, you can learn more here — it is deeply appreciated.
You can also visit my Work with Me page if you are interested in collaboration opportunities.
THE STORY BEHIND THE NAME
If you’re wondering why this blog is called Canals & Citrus…I divide my time between Amsterdam and Bagheria, Sicily. Amsterdam is famous for its canals, while “citrus” represents Sicily.
CONTACT
If you have any questions or ideas, feel free to get in touch:dianadepodenca@gmail.com
I look forward to hearing from you.
❤️ Diana