Journaling
Journals vs Diaries Journalling and keeping a diary are not the same. Although both are private records which are between the author and the page,
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Category: Mental Health
Sharing
Trigger warning: this post discusses mental health issues including depression, self harm, and suicide. Read for information, but caution advised for any reader currently experiencing
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Loneliness
This year’s Mental Health Awareness Week (9-15 May), focussed on loneliness. One in four adults say they feel lonely some or all of the time.
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Thinking Time
Last Saturday I had half a day of thinking time, also known as ‘me’ time. I spent the morning in the woods. Facilitated by a
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Autism Awareness
In 2007, a United Nations (UN) resolution agreed that 2 April would become the annual World Autism Awareness Day. The main purpose of the day is
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What Three Things
Visiting Lower Moor We visited Lower Moor Nature Reserve last week with some of our son’s friends. It was a beautiful day. Perfect for outdoor
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Favourite Places
A Magical Place I’ve written before about one of my favourite local places, TWIGS Community Gardens. During lockdown, TWIGS has continued to provide essential support
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Connecting With Nature
Mental Health Awareness Week runs from 10-16 May 2021. The theme this year is Connecting With Nature. Depression rates have soared during the pandemic. Around
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Back To Normal?
The commentary around returning to normal rises every day. We edge together through the rather strangely titled ‘roadmap’ out of lockdown. And there is much
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Children’s Mental Health Week 2021
This week is Children’s Mental Health Week. Running from 1-7 February, this year’s theme is ‘Express Yourself’. Throughout the week, children are encouraged to find
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