Keeping a journal or diary can have positive benefits for your mental health. Of course, there are various reasons why people may keep a journal. For some people, looking after their mental health or as an act of self-care is just one part of the picture. Others may keep a journal to make writing a […]
How to Make a House a Home
Items on this post were gifted. Moving house can be one of the most stressful experiences. It can also be one of the most exciting. Honestly, it will largely depend on how it goes. But once you’ve rented or purchased your new home. And you’ve unpacked the boxes and things have found their home. The […]
Your Self-Care Routine When You Have No Free Time
Today, we are bombarded with self-care tips (both solicited and unsolicited) from virtually all sides. However, living the hectic lifestyle that the 21st century dictates, many of those tips are simply unrealistic. Still, even if you don’t have the time for elaborate spa sessions and lengthy workouts, you mustn’t neglect yourself. Here are a few […]
How to Write For Your Mental Health
I’ve always loved writing. As a child and throughout my teenage years I loved creating writing. I could write seemingly endless poems. The words flowing through me. Even when tasked with prose in English class, I loved weaving a story together. Relishing the challenge of a writing prompt. I even enjoyed analyzing the poems, prose […]
What Life Lessons from Childhood Do We Unlearn?
As children we’re taught life lessons by the adults around us. These lessons often involve or impact on our mental health in some way. I’ve been thinking about what we teach children and the behaviours and habits we wish to encourage. And have realised that whilst they’re fostered in childhood, presumably to help us be […]