Depression is a word that is often used. But what does it actually mean?? Sometimes people may say they are feeling depressed when they are having a difficult day or feeling a bit low. But for other people depression can… Read More »Depression.
Who am I? This is such a huge question, and yet a question that so many of us don’t take the time to think about. We can spend so much of our time doing the things ‘we need to do’… Read More »Who am I?
Loss is something that everyone struggles with at some point in their lives. Often the word ‘loss’ applies to death/ dying. Bereavement is of course a major loss, and the death of someone close can be incredibly painful. It can leave… Read More »Dealing with Loss.
When people think about an ‘Eating Disorder’, they often make the presumption that this means Anorexia. In particular any issues around eating are linked to thinness and diets of some kind. You will often hear people talking about ‘being good’… Read More »Filling the void with food.
A quote came up the other day – ‘You were born an original. Don’t die a copy’. This has stayed with me since reading it. We live in a society that constantly tells us how the picture should be. Whether… Read More »My life. My rules.
Loss is something that people can really struggle with in their lives. Bereavement is of course a major loss, and the death of someone close can be incredibly painful. It can leave a huge void that cannot be filled by… Read More »Coping with Loss.
When life feels too hard and you feel empty inside Remind yourself of why you started and set your fears aside You have to keep fighting, you have to stay strong One step at a time, just keep moving on… Read More »One step at a time.
A lot of people find it extremely difficult to put themselves first. They will spend a huge amount of time and energy prioritising other people and keeping other people happy. Often saying yes to others can come way before an… Read More »Putting yourself first.
A toxic relationship is a very unhealthy one, and one that leaves people feeling worthless. These types of relationships can be so destructive and they can severely damage a person’s self-esteem. A toxic relationship is one that leaves you questioning… Read More »Toxic relationships.
I started smoking cigarettes at the age of 10 Then came the weed but was just now and then But by about 12 I’d smoke everyday Getting really stoned while others would play My childhood had disappeared long before Growing… Read More »Kicking the habit.