Hello I’m currently on holiday in Lisbon. I’m writing this at Castelo de Sao Jorge. There are stunning views to be seen up here This is my first trip overseas to visit somewhere new in over two years. Now I am here, I am so grateful to be able to explore somewhere new. And what…
Category: burnout
Blog: intermission
Let’s face it, life can be a bit full on sometimes. Even when there is not anything untoward going on, things can slowly build up a sense of pressure on you, which can lead to burn out. Our lives seem to be getting busier and busier now we move into post pandemic restrictions. Before the…
Maybe you should call in sick?
Before the pandemic, many employees were pushed to keep working when they were unwell. I recall in a previous job (with a different employer) sitting through a training session which effectively told us work regardless and you do not need to feel 100% to go into the office. This is a term called sickness presenteeism…
Back to nature
Getting outdoor and into nature is really good for our mental health. The lockdowns and restrictions of this pandemic have just highlighted how good this is for our wellbeing. Head over to the Mind Journal Blog for some great tips on how nature can improve your mental health. Read it here A short extract from…
World Mental Health Day
10 October is world mental health day. I just want to mark this occasion by reminding you that you have totally got this. You are never alone no matter what and support is always available out there in so many different forms. If you see or know of someone that’s struggling, perhaps you could reach…
Blog: Oh Joy
Hello everyone Happy Friday from the Rock of Gibraltar. I hope you are all well and the weekend is nearly here. Do you ever have that feeling where you think you always have to be busy? Do you feel guilt when you find that you have some time to yourself and then think this other…
Blog: Worth It
Hello Everyone I hope all is well. I’ve taken sometime out over the weekend to be on my own and relax. I’ve been out in the countryside for the whole weekend. Much needed too. I want to keep this post short and to the point: If I could ask one thing of you today, please…
Pandemic work stress
The pandemic has impacted us all in one way or another. For some people the impact has been huge, for others its been more of a tweak to their life style. We are all unique, therefore how it has affected us is also unique. For me I’ve been working at home since late February 2020,…
How to Create a Soundtrack for Your Life
It is no big secret that I’m not doing so great at the moment. But one way I have been coping through the last few weeks is music and singing. Sound, finding comfort in it, is really good for my mental health. I recently read an interesting article on creating a sound track to fit…
Blog: Control
I am writing this from a bench on the banks of the river Humber. I have just walked from Hessle foreshore over the Humber Bridge. I am taking a break from walking and taking in the view from the other side in Barton on Humber. This weekend away has been very timely. Its been a…
Better Days Wellbeing 