“Patience, it seems, is becoming a bit of a lost art in our fast-paced, instant-gratification world. But learning to be more patient both with yourself and others can help support your mental health, relationships, and overall wellness. Whether you’re dealing with a challenging co-worker, a family member who knows how to push your buttons, or…
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Blog: Embrace mistakes
So you just made a mistake. It could be something huge, it might be something small, but you believe you have made a mistake. How would you react? In my past I would often beat myself up for any mistake I made. It wouldn’t matter what the severity of the (perceived) error was, I would…
How to use your phone less
It beeps, it vibrates, a notification pops up. Many of us have smart phones, and they are very useful for managing our lives. They can also be very addictive and hard to put down. I’m not here to pass judgement, just to share an interesting article on this topic.
Why Taking Time Out Is Important
I’m currently taking some time out after a very stressful and hectic few months. It’s essential that I take this time to relax and reset for my own wellbeing. The following article from Mindjournal outlines why it is so important to take time out: https://www.mindjournals.com/blogs/read/summer-timeout?utm_source=Potential%20Purchasers&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=August%20%7C%20Email%202%20%7C%20Editorial%20%28Engaged%29%20%2B%20%28Potential%29%20%2801H6RHCJJ6TV42QRJEYAMKYS0F%29&triplesource=klaviyo&_kx=gRm7jEdVFpdiOyx6j0XvLJMfug4-Nmsbvf98aiCv_J6M1AMByXiJuejBzEmNAyrU.KhZBMb
The rise of perfectionism – and the harm it’s doing us all
I read an interesting article on perfectionism over at the Guardian’s website. This really stuck with me. I have, in the past struggled with living up to ideas of perfection, but for the last five years I have moved past this and found much more happiness being a flawed and imperfect person. Have a read…
Podcast: Is social media making us depressed?
I’ve shared before a few episodes of the Shot and Chaser podcast. I found today’s episode interesting on the role of social media versus out mental health. Mental Health Awareness Week: Is social media making us depressed? | #420 – Shot & Chaser | Podcast on Spotify Episode Description We’re stuck in a cycle of…
The Importance of Travel
Travel can often be seen as a form of escapism, a way to disconnect from the stresses and strains of daily life. However, travel can do much more for our wellbeing than just provide an escape. In fact, there is a wealth of evidence to suggest that travel can have a hugely positive impact on…
Blog: Decisions
Decision-making is a crucial skill in all aspects of our lives, including our personal wellbeing. Every day, we are faced with countless decisions that affect our mental and physical health, such as what to eat, whether or not to exercise, how to manage our emotions and stress levels, and even how to manage our relationships….
Blog: Spring Cleaning
I recently had a hacking incident, and without going into the details, I decided to change my phone number to help me move forward safely from this. This blog isn’t about cyber security, but a good reminder to be as safe online as we can be! The change of my number happened quite rapidly when…
Blog: It’s been a while
Apologies for not posting for some time, life has got in the way recently. Like many, I’ve had good days and bad days over the last few months. Since relocating overseas, my days have become busier, meaning I’m having less ‘me time’. It took me a while to actually recognise that I needed to stop…
