What does anxiety at work look like? First of all, what is anxiety? Anxiety is a feeling of unease that can leave you feeling fearful and worried about what may happen. We all will experience some form of anxiety in our lifetime. For some, this may be moderate or severe. If you would like to know more about anxiety, and…
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How To Practice Self-Love
What is Self-Love? Self-love, simply put, is prioritising your happiness and overall well being. This means putting your wellness first and not sacrificing your mental state to make others feel better at your expense. Everyone may have a different meaning of self-love. Spending quality time alone gives you space and time to discover different ways to take care of yourself.…
4 Important Lessons That I’ve Learnt About My Mental Health
What valuable lessons have you read about mental health? Lessons about my mental health have been learnt during the substantial time spent at home due to quarantine. What is mental health? Mental health is what we all have to deal with in one way or another. It may also be known as emotional wellbeing. It is how we feel overall;…
What You Need To Know About Depression
What is Depression? Depression is a constant, low mood that has an impact on your everyday life. Yes, everyone has ups and downs; however, with depression, the lows are long-lasting. In the UK alone, depression affects one in 10 people during their lifetime. Taraji P. Henson spoke out about depression to Variety in 2018: “I suffer from depression. I have…
Counting Down Until The End Of Lockdown- Looking Forward, Post-Covid
What are you looking forward to once lockdown ends and covid goes away? I need to get out of this house, go away lockdown! These past two years have been a lot to deal with emotionally but throwing Covid in the mix is not ideal. Although I am very much OVER lockdown, I’m grateful for the lessons I’ve learnt thus…
5 Myths About Mental Illness
Mental Illness- Let’s talk about the myths Regarding mental illness, depression is one of the leading causes of disability across the globe. “In low- and middle-income countries, between 76% and 85% of people with mental disorders receive no treatment for their disorder.” People are currently talking about mental illness more and more, which is great as it encourages people to…
30 Affordable Self-care Ideas To Try Now!
Self-care can be super affordable! What is self care? Self-care is taking actionable steps to ensure that you keep healthy and fit. It is paying attention to you! What does your body need? What does your mind need to be the best that it can be? It is important to take care of ourselves as we only get one body…
5 Helpful Morning Routine Tips for a Great Morning
We all have a morning routine, what does yours look like? Morning routines are always going to be there. If you’re like me, you jump up as soon as your alarm goes off. It’s time to get the day started! Are you a morning person or a night owl? I am a night owl turned into a morning person. When…
7 Effective Ways To Cope With Anxiety
How do you cope with anxiety? Anxiety is a range of negative thoughts, feelings and experiences. It is a type of fear that manifests creating unwanted thoughts. It is what we feel when we become afraid of what may happen. When I feel anxious I: start thinking of the worst-case scenarios, my breath becomes more rapid, I begin to sweat…
Wellness and Fitness: 365-day challenge
What is the 365-day challenge? This challenge will consist of catering to your wellbeing every single day of 2021. Yes, every single day. Wellness will include doing everything to uplift you and make you feel good. What does the challenge involve? During this challenge, I will show you guys what I do to keep my vibrations high and/or raise them…