* This blog was written on 6 December 2025 on a flight from Fuerteventura to Manchester Airport.* As I finally boarded the flight back to Manchester, gratitude washed over me. Having the opportunity to enjoy a holiday is a true blessing, and though I was ready to get home, I chose to soak in the…
Blog: Navigating New Paths
Today’s journey often involves bold decisions and the courage to stand by them. As we carve out space for growth, it’s natural to encounter moments of doubt or friction. Yet, it’s in these very instances that our commitment to self-alignment truly shines. Taking a significant step, like investing in a coach to explore new habits…
Wellbeing Calendar: December 2025
For December 2025, Action for Happiness are focusing on ‘encouraging you to carry out small acts of kindness’. The charity has produced it’s wellbeing calendar, the theme is ‘Do Good December’. Each day there is a suggested action to take. This calendar might help you spread kindness during the month of December. I’ve attached the calendar…
Dealing with a curveball
A truly powerful story- not because it was dramatic or sensational, but because it was real. It’s about Chris Guy, a man who’s taken some of life’s toughest hits and turned them into something meaningful. Featured in a BBC article, Chris opens up about his journey through domestic abuse and how he’s channelled that pain…
Why Your Mood Might Be Ghosting You This Season
Ever feel like your vibe just drops when the clocks change and the sun disappears at 4PM? You’re not alone. Seasonal mood shifts are a thing, and according to counsellor Georgia Alker, it’s not just in your head — it’s in your hormones. Less sunlight = less serotonin (the happy juice) and more melatonin (the…
Social Vampires
You might be dealing with a social vampire- not the kind that drinks blood, but the kind that drains your energy like your phone on 1% with 12 apps open. These people aren’t always obvious. They might constantly vent, dominate every conversation or throw in those sneaky backhanded compliments that leave you second guessing yourself….
Nature: Free therapy!
If you’ve ever stepped outside, taken a deep breath, and instantly felt a little less like a ball of stress, it’s not just in your head. Just 20 minutes in nature can seriously boost your health. We’re talking lower stress hormones, better blood pressure, and even a happier gut. And no, you don’t need to…
Blog: Just man up, right?
OK men – how many of you have been told to man up in your life? Been told showing feelings and emotions makes you weak? Been told that men should only show emotions when its a romantic gesture in a heterosexual relationship? Yup, I’ve heard them all. Most pretty recently too. I’m pretty sure if…
“We must catch up soon!” — and then we don’t.
You’ve said it. You’ve heard it. And let’s be real, you probably meant it… at the time. But between work, family stuff, and the never-ending to-do list, that coffee date with your bestie from uni somehow gets pushed to next month… again. This article dives into why adult friendships can be hard to maintain (spoiler:…
Clear up brain fog
If your brain’s been feeling like a browser with 47 tabs open (and none of them are responding), you’re not alone. Whether it’s stress, lack of sleep, or just life being overwhelming, brain fog can seriously mess with your focus and energy. But don’t worry—Dr. T’s got your back. In this article, he breaks down…
Better Days Wellbeing 