If you’ve never talked about your mental health, the idea of opening up can be scary. For many of us, our doctor is the first person we do this with. But with some advice from our writer, who’s gone through this herself, it can be a beneficial experience…
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Mental Health Body Language Guide
We can say so much without uttering a word, but for those not already fluent in body language, we’ve translated some of the silent signs that might suggest someone’s struggling with their mental health Mental health awareness in the UK has accelerated in the past year. More of…
5 Ways Gardening Benefits Mental Health
If you’re looking for a new hobby that will lift your mood, calm your mind, and improve your living space, then look no further Simple, fun and inexpensive, gardening has been shown to be an effective way to boost mental and emotional wellbeing. It doesn't matter whether…
7 Tips to Help Navigate Parties When You're in Recovery
Whether you’re celebrating the holidays, attending a work function, or simply getting together with your loved ones – it’s undeniable that these parties are some of the most difficult events to survive during recovery If you have struggled with a drinking problem [https://www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/worried-about-someone-elses-drinking/…
How To Overcome Self-Doubt
We are so often our own harshest critic, but imagine what we could achieve if we broke free of our internal uncertainties. Having the courage to believe in yourself is extremely powerful When it comes to fulfilling our potential, there are a few things that can get in the way.…
How To Talk To A Friend About Their Drinking
Approaching someone you love about their drinking habits can be daunting, but showing your concern sooner rather than later could make a huge difference According to Alcohol Concern [https://www.alcoholconcern.org.uk/], 7% of adults in England regularly drink more than the Chief Medical Officer’s low-risk guidelines suggest,…
How To Emotionally Declutter
Bottling up your emotions can leave you feeling stuck in the past. But by addressing these feelings, you can put that suppressed energy into moving forwards with a more positive life Dealing with our emotions and regularly getting rid of the unnecessary worries that trouble our minds is so important.…
How to Survive the Family Christmas Dinner
While Christmas events are pictured as fun, warm reunions, the reality can be high tensions and bubbling resentment. Whether it’s competitive spirits getting the better of us as Monopoly comes out, or arguments spilling out over the table, preparing yourself can really pay off Sitting in silence watching Christmas…
Five Practical Tips to Avoid Homework Meltdowns
Homework can be a common trigger that causes worry and anxiety amongst our children They may feel overwhelmed, frustrated or express their big emotions which can result in tears, tantrums and meltdowns! However, we know that reliance is key, not just for our children but for adults too. Mistakes, challenges…