When the phrase ‘That sounds tough’ could be a life saver
Have you ever had suicidal thoughts? Suicidal feelings can affect anyone, regardless of their background, age, gender, ethnicity. The phrase ‘suicidal feelings’ covers a wide range of experience. At one end of the scale, it might mean that you, or…
Are you suffering from Post-Lockdown Fatigue or Anxiety?
There have been positives during the lockdowns, such as families spending more time together. But there are those families that have gone without seeing loved ones, and many single people who have felt the effects of isolation, not to mention…
The Healing Power of Touch
Haven’t we all missed being touched, hugged or simply the feel of someone’s hand on our arm over the last year during Covid restrictions? We have been deprived of this basic human connection and sensory stimulation for too long! But…
Misogyny and Sexual Harassment
The tragic case of Sarah Everard has prompted a well overdue discussion about women’s safety, men’s behaviour, and has empowered many women to share their own experiences. Why do Men Behave in this Way? It cannot be denied that gender…
Our new guest blogger, Emily Spillane, talks about loneliness at university
In my own experience, going to university was one of the loneliest times of my life. Although I was surrounded by people and friends, I could not shake the feeling that I used to wake up to everyday – that…
Loneliness: what it is, why it’s a growing problem, and what can help
Longest night and shortest day; finding resilience and hope
It was the Winter Solstice this week, marking the longest night and shortest day of the year, with the promise of more light to come. Christmas DisappointmentHowever, right now the Nation is reeling from the recent Covid news. I echo…
Just when we thought it couldn’t get any worse…
Just when we thought it couldn’t get any worse we’re facing more bleak news about Corona virus and the threat of further lock-downs. How do we stay strong, resilient and positive through this truly awful time? Well sometimes we don’t.…
How do we adapt to change?
Sometimes I feel lost for words for this new uncertain world which is enforcing change and limitation on most of us. This helps me realise we are in a global trauma. When we feel afraid we need to find safety in…
Spotlight on Meditation
The Why, Where and How of Meditation with Julie Ferris Meditation is a key. Imagine being able to unlock what your heart truly desires and discern your way. For when your mind is still, the heart can speak. Why Meditate?…
Domestic abuse support during lockdown
We are faced with a world trauma. Being at home and feeling safe should be a priority during this time. Safety and hope are reassuring but, unfortunately for some, being at home during this lockdown is unsafe and dangerous. Being…
In praise of not taking up a new hobby during lockdown
Amongst the plethora of information flooding our inboxes and the media constantly reminding us that this is a time of unlimited opportunities for self improvement, I find myself writing in praise of ‘being’ as well as ‘doing’, of not being…