Summer is all about chilling in the sun. But this doesn’t mean we are free from anxiety. Artist Loren Conner creates six sunny situations where stress can still overwhelm us -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A Day at the Beach On the surface, things look fine. But look a little closer... -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The…
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How to Overcome Your Fear of Flying
Unpacking the causes of your flight anxiety Aerophobia [https://www.anxietyuk.org.uk/anxiety-type/fear-of-flying/], or the fear of flying, is estimated to affect one in 10 people in the UK – around 6.5 million of us! When it takes hold, symptoms can include sweating, dizziness, nausea, panic, heart palpitations…
Someone Said I Have 'Bigorexia' – What's That?
Bigorexia or Muscle Dysmorphic Disorder [http://bddfoundation.org/muscle-dysmorphia-body-image-in-men/] (MDD) is a psychological condition where someone is anxious about their lack of muscle definition and size. It’s a sub-type of Body Dysmorphic Disorder [http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/body-dysmorphia/Pages/Introduction.aspx] (BDD) that causes a person to have…
Jeff Brazier: How Dealing with Grief is a Daily Experience
When reality TV star Jade Goody died after a short battle with cervical cancer in 2009, her partner Jeff Brazier was left to raise their children alone. In this moving and uplifting article, Jeff reveals how grief has shaped his life, and offers advice for those still in mourning. It’…
How Do I Stop Myself from Feeling Overwhelmed?
Essential oils to get you through a difficult day Everyone experiences one of those days where things just aren’t going the way you hoped and you feel completely out of balance. Whatever the reason for your bad day, an essential oil blend can help get you back on track…
I've Just Been Diagnosed with Endometriosis. How Can Diet Help My Symptoms?
Endometriosis [http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Endometriosis/Pages/Introduction.aspx] is a condition affecting 1.5 million women in the UK, where cells of the endometrium (womb lining) grow in different parts of the body. These “endometriotic implants” behave in the same manner as the endometrium and are susceptible to…
The Effects of Yoga Every Day
By introducing these six easy-to-master yoga poses into your daily routine, you can lower stress, improve calmness and experience a natural uplift in your mood. Stretching has never felt so good! The modern 24/7 world means we’re always on, which also means our nervous systems are suffering. Fortunately,…
I Gave Birth a Few Months Ago and Feel Disconnected from My Baby
Understanding postnatal depression and how to overcome it Postnatal depression (PND) is a form of depression that can start anywhere from one to several months after giving birth and affects an estimated one in 10 new mothers. Common symptoms can include: •Feeling unable to nurture, bond and connect with the…
I Had a Stroke at 49 that Nearly Killed Me
Journalist Martin Warrillow lived a fast-paced, high-pressured life in his dream job, until his mind and body reached breaking-point The human brain can only be worked so hard. When it’s had enough, it goes haywire. A good analogy is to say it explodes. The only job I ever wanted…