10 dieting habits I’ve given up in 2016
One thing that went unnoticed when I was diagnosed with depression and anxiety was my fixation on food. As my condition got worse I was obsessed with fitness and eating healthily, two obsessions which are often seen positive factors in someone's life. For this reason...
What does depression look like?
"She isn't depressed. She goes to work everyday and I see her out at the weekend" This is the kind of thing I hear muttered again and again about people with mental health issues. Everyone says they are more 'aware' of mental health problems, but when push...
10 little luxuries to help boost your mood
Dealing with low moods and the physical effects of depression and anxiety can be a full time gig. I feel lucky that I don't deal with my issues on a daily basis any more and I'm currently going through what I would call a 'good spell'. I am however hyper-aware that...
5 things you shouldn’t feel guilty about when you’re depressed
Depression and guilt go hand in hand for many people. Let’s get one thing straight; you’re not to blame for your mental illness! Just like you wouldn’t be to blame if you contracted pneumonia or developed arthritis. The mind and body are open to injury and it’s nothing to feel guilty about, but I know from experience it’s not that easy.
Thoughtful gifts for people with anxiety
Anxiety sucks The unwanted symptoms that accompany anxiety are feelings of depression, worthlessness and inability to function. When asked what I want for Christmas or my birthday I often say 'nothing', because I feel like I don't deserve any presents. It's not a cry...
When you think I’m being rude, here’s what’s really going on
I've just returned from a busy weekend in Scotland. It was our first visit back home since we moved to Birmingham and I was really excited to see my friends and family for the first time in 4 months. Unfortunately for an introvert like me, being constantly...