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  • Looking after yourself,  Mental Illnesses

    Top Tips For Calming Rituals To Soothe Anxiety

    October 6, 2020 /

    Image via Pexels – CC0 Licence Mental health is a topic that is being pushed even further up the national agenda lately, with the destabilising effects of the global pandemic pushing more and more people into conditions like anxiety and chronic stress. The simple fact is we’ve all been under prolonged pressure for most of this year, and with no real end in sight, it’s very natural to be worried for the future. When you develop anxiety, it’s a debilitating condition to live with. It can feel as if it’s taking over and sucking all the enjoyment out of everyday activities. And once these neural pathways are made, it’s incredibly…

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  • Eating Disorders
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    Eating disorders crisis and how you can help

    November 6, 2019 /

    It’s high time we understood eating disorders as the devastating illness they really are. Debbie Watson, founder of social enterprise Wednesday’s Child, discusses the crisis in our current management of this complicated mental health issue. “Imagine walking into a GP surgery, presenting with a broken leg, and being told the severity of the break doesn’t look like it warrants immediate attention. Imagine dragging yourself back home, questioning yourself as an attention-seeking fraud – despite your agonising pain, and wondering if your treatment priority might arrive when your leg finally starts to weep from a gangrenous wound. Sure, this sounds completely unfathomable and extreme, but I paint the rather ludicrous picture…

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  • Natural Remedies
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    Natural Remedies for Women’s Wellbeing

    September 6, 2019 /

    Women’s health is a complex issue. Alongside general health concerns, there are a myriad of problems which affect females. Premenstrual syndrome, premenstrual dysphoric disorder and the menopause can all cause a number of side effects, for example. In addition, there are a number of conditions which can affect women’s health, such as endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome and menstrual migraines. Whilst there are conventional treatments for some of these issues, they aren’t always effective. However there are a range of natural remedies for women’s wellbeing which can minimize symptoms and even resolve health problems completely. Although most of these supplements have been around for ages, CBD, in particular, is gaining cult-like…

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  • Ways To Get Back Into Cycling
    General,  Looking after yourself,  Mental Illnesses

    Ways to get back into cycling for your wellbeing

    September 6, 2019 /

    We know cycling is good for our physical health. We know that getting out and about also boosts our mental wellbeing. Many of us have really fond memories of biking as children and teenagers. When was the last time you were on a bike? Today I am sharing 5 ways to get back into cycling to improve fitness, make friends or perhaps just get a little headspace. Get back into cycling with others Cycling may feel a little daunting to do on your own. Ask friends, family and colleagues if they would like to join you. The British Cycling Association runs various group rides including ones for women only if…

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  • Caring At Christmas
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    The Anxiety Epidemic In Modern Life

    September 6, 2019 /

    We are blessed to live in a time where many physical diseases can be at least managed, if not cured completely. However, this does not mean that our generation doesn’t have it fair share of illness to deal with. In fact, even though our bodies are lasting for longer, it seems that problems with our mind, psychological, and emotional states are more prevalent. You could, as has been reported many times in the media, say that we have an epidemic of conditions such as anxiety. A topic that this post will go into more detail about. Image found at Pexels – Licence CC0  Why are we so anxious?  It would…

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    How to take your mental health seriously as a woman

    July 9, 2019 /

    Mental health is not a joke. While it might be something that we can laugh about when we’re with our friends, the reality is that our mental health comes with us wherever we go, whenever we’re there. If we struggle with mental health problems like anxiety or depression, they’re going to have an impact on the quality of our lives – whether or not we’re willing to acknowledge them. This means that the best course of action is to take the time to acknowledge these mental health issues, because if you don’t, they’re still going to wreak havoc. Why is it so Important for Women to Check Their Mental Health?…

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  • Working Out If You Are A Carer
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    Working out if you are a carer

    June 11, 2019 /

    As our lives change and people around us become older, ill or disabled, we can find ourselves asking ourselves “Am I a carer?” I have worked with people who are looking after others in my career as an advice worker in the community and online helping them with issues such as welfare benefits and access to NHS funded nursing care. It is interesting that so few people are happy to define themselves as carers. It might be that we don’t like labels or that the term is unfamiliar to us. I think perhaps it is because carers are so used to looking after other people that anything that might mean they…

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  • Caring At Christmas
    Looking after yourself,  Mental Illnesses

    Dealing With a Short-Term Mental Illness

    May 28, 2019 /

    When someone has psychiatric issues, it’s tough on their entire family. Though the ability to unite, come to terms with the diagnosis, and ask for help will not guarantee a full recovery, it greatly increases the chances. Here, you’ll learn a few ways to cope when dealing with a short-term mental illness. Consider Applying for Short-Term Disability Benefits Though most private short-term disability policies specifically exclude conditions based on mental disorders, this doesn’t mean that it’s impossible to get help. Short-term coverage is beneficial in situations brought about by certain drugs, which may have effects that inhibit a person’s ability to hold a job. Some of these effects, such as…

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  • General,  Looking after yourself,  Mental Illnesses

    5 Great Reasons To Smile Today

    May 24, 2019 /

    It is not always easy to raise a smile. So many of us are busy trying to please others and to juggle the various demands on our time. It is really sad that in modern society a smile can be such an effort especially if we are struggling with our mental wellbeing. However, smiles have super powers that I would like to share with you. I have great reasons to smile today so make sure you do too and see what happens. Smile and the world smiles with you Try giving a smile to someone and you will be amazed how many times you get one right back. There may be…

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  • Reasons To Put Your Mental Health First
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    Reasons you need to put your mental health first

    March 20, 2019 /

    It’s never been clearer that poor mental health has a hugely negative impact on a person’s outcomes in life from the personal and professional to the medical. Health professionals from every specialism acknowledge that mental and physical health are inextricably linked. From occasional bouts of stress to ongoing mental illness, children, teenagers, and adults all over the world are learning to recognize the need to care for our minds as well as our bodies, and the positive impact that one has on the other. The basic message is that if you need therapy from organisations like BetterHelp, there is no shame in seeking it. In fact it is a sign…

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  • General,  Looking after yourself,  Mental Illnesses

    Ways to get over depression and yes you can!

    February 23, 2017 /

    Are you looking for ways to get over depression? Are you wondering if it is possible for you to feel better? As someone who was held back by depression for many years, I am sharing the things that helped me and hope with all my heart that they can help someone out there who is suffering. Accept that you are not wrong for having depression Depression is a medical condition. It does not mean you are a terrible or weird person. When you think that way, this is just a symptom of the condition and you can get better. Ask for help I know this is not as easy as…

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