Burdened by shame and fear Karl Mercer hid his depression from his family for years, until last Christmas Karl Mercer Depression [https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/a-to-z/d/depression] is ugly and mean. It’s like Donald Trump having a Twitter tantrum inside your head; all the thoughts are horrible…
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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
Jasmine Hemsley: Ayurveda soul sister
Culinary queen Jasmine Hemsley is using ancient teachings to help fine-tune the body and mind. Happiful enjoys a cup of ‘golden milk’ with the holistic guru Jasmine Hemsley In a bustling cafe near London Bridge, Jasmine Hemsley [http://www.jasminehemsley.com/], one half of holistic food and cooking empire Hemsley…
I Suffer With PTSD From A Sexually and Physically Abusive Relationship
At just 13, Lola was trapped with an abusive partner until a school nurse intervened and helped her escape. Now 18, this remarkable young woman helps other vulnerable people as a Youth MP If you ask people to describe me, the overall consensus would be along the lines of a…
Seven Minutes With Georgina Campbell
The BAFTA-winning actress tells Happiful about honesty, hoarding – and hamsters What is your current philosophy?At the moment, I don’t want to waste the opportunities presented in life. Surround yourself with good people, follow your passions and give yourself time to really enjoy life, because it’s a gift.…
Talking Self-Care, Wellbeing and Resilience with Best-Selling Author Matthew Johnstone
Recently back from tour and home for the holidays, we caught up with author-illustrator, motivational speaker, and creator of Drawn from Experience, Matthew Johnstone [https://matthewjohnstone.com.au/] about his journey from working as a world-class advertising agency creative, to becoming an advocate for wellbeing. Hi Matthew! Thanks for speaking…
The Naked Truth About Anna Richardson
Anna Richardson is known for her daring documentaries and risky dating game shows. Off camera, however, she has battled a series of mental health issues. Now she’s on a mission to bring therapy to the masses.…
A Near-Death Experience Changed Me
Author Kelly Walsh took an overdose to escape her living hell, but a spiritual encounter while recuperating in hospital had a life-changing effect on her world Kelly as a child The day I lost hope was 5 October 2009. On that day, I took a huge overdose [https://mind.org.…
At Just 21, I Was Diagnosed With Rheumatoid Arthritis
Travel blogger Helen Renners suffered with aches and pains for her entire life – it wasn’t until university that she realised it was something serious. But it hasn’t held her back. In fact, she’s currently backpacking around the world Helen Renners As I write this, I’m sitting…
dodie: the support group with a million members
Known for her sweet, understated vocals and infatuating personality, British singer-songwriter and YouTuber Dodie Clark (just call her dodie) speaks to Happiful about her daily struggles with one of society’s lesser-known mental illnesses dodie When dodie’s EP You came out in August this year, she took the music…