After the birth of her second child, Maria Hocking lost all of her hair - and herself. But everything changed when she realised what she had to be grateful for. She not only survived the storm, but learned to thrive as a result…
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Mental health is a part of every day life here in the UK, read our inspirational and uplifting true life stories
Tips for Transitioning Teens
You may have just come to terms with your gender identity and considering coming out, or you may be further in the process. These tips from counsellor Anna will help you navigate those dilemmas allowing you to be yourself and keep around you people that matter.…
Alexandra Burke: On the Record
The past 12 months have seen extreme highs and lows for Alexandra Burke – and couldn’t have been much more emotionally challenging. Her hugely supportive mother passed away, shortly before Alexandra appeared on Strictly Come Dancing [http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-40910799] where, despite reaching the final, she received…
How to Support a Loved One as they Come Out as Trans
Is someone close to you coming out as transgender? Here’s how you can emotionally navigate the potentially choppy waters, and why it is so important to try to understand their decision If a family member comes out as transgender [https://www.glaad.org/transgender/transfaq], the news may come…
Felicity Hayward: On self-love and the power of working together
On International Women's Day 2018, we speak to Felicity Hayward, founder of #SelfLoveBringsBeauty and outspoken advocate of body positivity and diversity, to get her thoughts on nurturing the next generation and forging a healthy relationship with yourself If you could give 12-year-old you one piece of advice, what…
10 Misconceptions About Eating Disorders
It’s Eating Disorders Awareness Week, and it’s about time we tackled some core misconceptions Too many people are still not seeking or receiving help for eating disorders in the UK. Charities such as Beat [https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/] and AnorexiaBulimiaCare [http://www.anorexiabulimiacare.org.uk/] estimate more…
My Confidence Hit Rock Bottom After Years of Living with Acne
Heart FM radio presenter James Stewart hasn’t always been full of confidence. Developing acne in his late teens severely knocked his self-esteem, but reaching out for professional help was the best decision he ever made…
'I Won't Let My Attacker Win', Acid Attack Survivors Speak Out On Worrying Statistics
Survivors of acid attacks have spoken out about the impact of the incidents on their mental and physical health.…
The Woman Who Writes Love Letters To Strangers
During regular trips to the hospital, Sam Livermore began writing letters of love and support to strangers. What she didn’t realise is that her letters of love were actually to herself. Now she’s heading the #ShareTheLove movement to put smiles on the faces of strangers Sam Livermore I…