The new academic year always brings with it a sense of new beginnings, a bit like January does, but with a slightly different rhythm. Working in education means that my life has been structured around the academic calendar for many years, and in recent times that has also been coupled with the commitments of being…
Category: Mindfullness
Blog: Do What Makes You Happy
Last weekend, I did something just for me. It wasn’t logical. It wasn’t sensible. It wasn’t cheap. But it made me incredibly happy. And honestly, that’s the whole point. A few weeks ago, I found myself gutted at the idea of missing out on something special. Oasis at Wembley Stadium. My favourite band. One of…
Blog: What if a Cry for Help goes Unanswered
The stigma around mental health was removed some time ago, we’re all told that ‘it’s good to talk’ and to ‘reach out’ to a friend or family member in a time of crisis. What if that call is made and there is silence at the other end?! It can be very difficult, emotionally exhausting and…
Blog: AI and Wellbeing
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly evolved over the past few decades, influencing many areas of daily life, from entertainment and work to healthcare and personal wellbeing. As AI technologies advance, they bring both opportunities and challenges, especially when it comes to personal wellbeing. While AI offers innovative tools to improve mental health, streamline tasks, and…
Blog: Adaptive Wellbeing Practices for Educators Working with SEND Students
Teaching students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) is both a challenging and rewarding profession. These students require tailored approaches to learning, and the educators working with them need to be equipped with the tools and strategies to effectively support their emotional, mental, and academic development. However, the nature of working with SEND students…
Blog: The Importance of Putting Yourself First
In a world that constantly encourages selflessness and prioritising the needs of others, the idea of putting yourself first can sometimes feel selfish. However, the truth is that taking care of yourself is not just beneficial—it is essential. You cannot pour from an empty cup, and if you neglect your own wellbeing, you will eventually…
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 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: 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…
Change, Grief and You
Change affects us all. It can be daunting. It can impact us in a similar way to grief. The Change Curve is based on a model originally developed in the 1960s by Elisabeth Kubler-Ross to explain the grieving process. Since then it has been widely utilised as a method of helping people understand their reactions…
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