The one thing that came into my mind, the only thing I knew was guaranteed to stop the feelings, was in the kitchen drawer.
No One Tells the Sun When to Shine – It Simply Does
After the detectives left the squad room, I was left alone in my terror and confusion. I tried hard to remember signing it. I had an hour to sit and stew.
Using the Term High-Functioning
Opinion piece: It’s a term that is both misused and overused, infantilizing, and laden with ableism. The expression I am talking about is high-functioning.
Gratitude and its strength to heal
I was overcome by a wave of emotion, of acceptance and gratitude, and I cried with happiness. I felt overwhelmed because I was proud of myself.
The Importance of Self Care
It’s easy to forget the importance of self care. Self care is not selfish and is not a bad thing.
Anxiety > Normality: 13 Things Affected by Anxiety
Even if I am passionate about something, I’ll be extremely hesitant to bring it up for fear of mockery or a nonplussed, glassy-eyed stare.
Swimwear: The Blight of My Summer
It’s 2018 – why hasn’t anybody fixed this yet? Buggies are designed by NASA, phones are hi-tech pocket computers, but we can’t have swimwear that fits?
Happiness – Find Your Missing Piece
I recently taught myself some new skills and I felt so so pleased with myself!! Unbelievably so! I thought, ‘Wow, I can do this. I can do anything.’
Marathon & CBT Appointment
So first bit of big news, I have signed up to Brighton Marathon 2018! Yup, you read that right, a whole 26.2 miles! And there’s more…
Exercise, the Endocrine System and Mental Health
There’s an inextricable link between your endocrine system and mental health. Excess insulin and cortisol cause weight gain and fight-or-flight symptoms.
Missing You is the Hardest Part
Too many young people, like my son, are unable to access appropriate support services at early critical points. Missing him is the hardest part.
Surviving Treatment
The little girl in my terrifying visions was me. I was not insane – my mind had found a wonderful way to protect itself from childhood trauma.