Being shy isn't something to be ashamed of depending on the situation or circumstances, anyone could be shy. Like put me in a room with a bunch of women sharing faith. I may not be loud, but believe me, when I say I still chime in and pay attention. And the older you get, the … Continue reading Being Shy and Connected
OCD: More than the Common Misconception
So often we hear the chanty words “oh that’s just my OCD.” Is it really? And the answer to that is no. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) isn’t little ticks or habits. It’s not being a neat freak or perfectionist. It’s a mental disorder that causes you to obsess over specific things or occurrences and the … Continue reading OCD: More than the Common Misconception
Looking After Your Mental Health in Summer
Summer is supposed to be an exciting time. You’ve got months of free time, the sun is out and there’s so much going on. But mental health can make the summer break hard, so here are some tips for looking after your mental health. Create a Summer Routine Sometimes school or college can provide the … Continue reading Looking After Your Mental Health in Summer
5 Mental Wellbeing Podcasts
I’m a big fan of podcasts. I’ve always preferred true crime podcasts over any other topic, but recently I’ve really been getting into podcasts about mental wellbeing. I love anything that makes me feel like I’m improving myself, so why not extend that to podcasts? I’ve listed a couple of my current favourites below. The … Continue reading 5 Mental Wellbeing Podcasts
How to Say No, When You’ve Said Yes
Have you ever said yes to something that you know you should have said no to? You have so much going on in your life, but someone asks you to do something and you say yes because you don’t want to let them down, you don’t want them to think you can’t manage a few … Continue reading How to Say No, When You’ve Said Yes
Bringing Mindfulness into Your Day
I used to think that mindfulness was all about breathing and having positive thoughts only. I didn’t understand how anyone who went to university or had a job, or did anything other than sit at home all day, could possibly bring mindfulness into a busy life. But the more I researched into it, the more … Continue reading Bringing Mindfulness into Your Day
A Journey with an Eating Disorder
This is my personal story of my struggle with an eating disorder. My story has a happy ending, but it took a long time to get from the spiral to the bottom, to my realization of the disorder, to getting the support and help I needed to overcome my disorder. About Me I’ve always been … Continue reading A Journey with an Eating Disorder
Eating Disorders- More Than Anorexia and Bulimia
Eating Disorders are painful. Not only for the individual with the disorder, but also for those that love and care about the ones involved. It usually takes time to develop an eating disorder, where it gradually happens over time. It’s not a choice. No one wakes up one morning and thinks they are going to … Continue reading Eating Disorders- More Than Anorexia and Bulimia
Images of Self-Image
You are kind. You are beautiful. You are loved. How often have we heard those words? Is it once a day? Once a week? Once a month? Maybe we’ve heard them and nodded and said thank you, but not really registered them. Maybe because deep down we believe they aren’t really true. How come others … Continue reading Images of Self-Image
Anxiety
Anxiety can be a touchy subject to talk about, especially around people who don’t fully understand the extent of what it puts you through. Often it’s hard to describe how it feels to someone who hasn’t or doesn’t experience it and even if you can put together the words that sometimes doesn’t even do it … Continue reading Anxiety
