Life does not stay still; time moves forward and with it brings different stages of life to navigate. Some of these will be brought about by age, stage of life, or events that bring about change. Some examples may include
The caring balance
It is not easy to achieve a good balance in life, this is usually related to work and life. What happens when you put another element in, caring ? I noticed that it was highlighted over the pandemic lockdowns the
Loneliness
This month I am writing about the theme of loneliness. Loneliness has been chosen as the theme for Mental Health Awareness Week (9-15 May). Why loneliness ? Loneliness has been chosen as it is affecting more and more people. Since
Time to talk
Today, is time to talk awareness day, 3rd February 2022. A day which aims to create supportive communities by having conversations with family, friends, or colleagues about mental health. Mental health can have a stigma within certain communities, families, and
I know what you are going to say !
I wanted to share a few thoughts on something a lot of us do …. Assume. Assumptions can become unhelpful, even paralysing. Assuming something can be feeding a worry, or perhaps it may stop us asking for support. Assumptions can
Where to start ?
I am sure I am not alone sitting thinking, where do I start ? It can feel overwhelming when you find yourself unable to keep on top of things. Taking care of those around you first may be necessary at
Are you resistant to receiving help, but always helping others?
Being independent is helpful, you can manage to meet your needs and take care of yourself. But, what happens if something comes up that you are not able to manage by yourself, do you ask for help ? Your independence
Who am I ?
We often carry so many labels in life. There are our family labels, our work labels and social labels. This can mean that we are caught up in roles which then leave uncertainty to what is left as the true
Taking a break
An endless to do list and so much to organise is the normal pattern for when I take a break away from work. The pressure to make sure I have done everything I can to make sure everything is up
When to seek support ?
Having been brought up to be highly independent the idea of seeking support from others feels a bit alien. I realise I do not need to ‘take it all on’. When I find I am saying “this seems to be