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…
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Blog: Sometimes the Way Forward Starts with a Step Back
Sometimes, the bravest and wisest thing we can do for our wellbeing is to take what might appear to be a step backwards. We live in a world that constantly praises progress, momentum, and visible success. But real growth doesn’t always look like a straight line. In fact, some of the most important changes in…
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…
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: Ready for a break
We are once again facing uncertain times, I for one am ready for a break in more ways than one. My mental health isn’t the best at the moment, I find the the run up to Christmas difficult, I lost my dad back in 2014 and I’ve found that I take a “dip” just before…
Blog: Thanksgiving 2
Happy Thanksgiving to those celebrating. Last year, I wrote a blog on Thanksgiving and the importance of gratitude in general. The message of ‘The act of saying thank you for small –and big –things that we do for each other, is a good way to demonstrate that you still appreciate somebody rather than assuming that…
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