Every blast and crackle of a firework this year, felt like another reminder of the pain that was dragging me further under the slippery Autumn leaves. Under a wonky pavement slab somewhere, a muddy hole in November. The screeching, mousy ‘pow’s in the sky of celebration no longer the feelings of bringing us closer… instead, … Continue reading Brain and Body Image Battles through Bonfire Week…
3 Tips for a Happier Life That I Can FINALLY Relate To!
How many times have you had a cheeky ‘Google’ search asking how you can change a part of you, or your life, to feel happy? Whether that’s scrolling on your phone during a lunch break on a speedy trek for the answer, on a bus journey, or waiting in a queue… the internet makes it … Continue reading 3 Tips for a Happier Life That I Can FINALLY Relate To!
3 Simple Ways We Can Reduce Our Chances of Depression Through the Autumn….
I don’t know if you’ve always thought it too, but Americans and Australians seem all-round happier people than us Brits (and whatever country you live with a famously colder climate). No doubt about it. Their glowing grins, fizzing energy… it’s like their tans and floaty clothes are shields from all the bad stuff. No straws … Continue reading 3 Simple Ways We Can Reduce Our Chances of Depression Through the Autumn….
Well, hello there Mr Wise-Mind…
When we’re lost in our mental health battles, one thing we often wish we had, is a compass to find our way back to ourselves – but how? Where from? Day-to-day becomes the same mundane routine, built to avoid what we’re scared of most - yet we also feel stuck, safe maybe… but deep down, … Continue reading Well, hello there Mr Wise-Mind…
RED FLAG for Mental Health Neglect: Weight Loss App for Kids… !?!
It’s Lydia’s 9th birthday party. All of the children in their Disney-themed costumes are gathered around singing “Happy Birthday” as the candles on the chocolate cake await to be blown out. Everyone cheers as she does; her mum bends down to ask what she wished for. “To be really good at my new mobile game. … Continue reading RED FLAG for Mental Health Neglect: Weight Loss App for Kids… !?!