Heels together, knees apart - coping strategies for smear test anxiety
If you’ve had issues with anxiety when going for your smear tests, here are some pieces of advice I have learnt that have helped me.
Read MoreAccessibility matters - A tale of two days out
Well thought out accessiblity and inclusivity makes such a huge difference for many people. I have been venturing out more recently and there were two venues in particular who showed great and not so great examples of this.
Read MoreStaying Sane as a Project Manager
Working on major projects can be a stressful experience, here’s what I’ve learned about protecting your mental health as you work to deliver your objective.
Read MoreSpin the wheel - Fun indoor ideas for kids
Lots of great ideas being posted online but sometimes it’s hard to pick what to do or remember what you saw so here’s a few wheels of fun ideas!
Read MoreShakespeare and Pick 'n' Mix: Live Theatre at the Cinema
I’ve missed out on a lot during my ME flare, including trips to the theatre. Recently I tried watching live theatre streamed into the cinema. Would this be a combination I could both manage and enjoy?
Read MoreHealing is not linear
Healing is not linear. It’s not easy or straight forward. Here’s how I feel right now about my journey to recovery.
Read MoreNetflixing Round Europe
Thanks to all the different shows on Netflix I’m working my way round the different countries in Europe. Why? Well as I spend so much time at home (thanks M.E.) and I’ve been enjoying discovering new shows from different countries, why not! It’s certainly way to make sitting in watching TV feel more like a challenge!
Read MoreMy winter hibernation
It wasn’t exactly planned but I’ve ended up having a bit of a winter hibernation, and it’s been fab.
Read MoreHappy Anniversary to ME?
Last summer was when I had to admit that my ME flare up was actually pretty significant and I needed help. So at my ME anniversary, what have I learnt about myself and life with ME?
Read MoreSorting out my thoughts
I’ve tried a number of different techniques to help clear my head when I'm troubled, or to work through a problem when I'm feeling overwhelmed by it. Here I've shared what’s worked best for me. They won't be right for everyone of course but I hope that there's at least one or two which might work well for you.
Read MoreEverybody else
You know, when you assume "everybody else" is doing fine, "everybody else" has got it all together and "everybody else" knows exactly what they are doing? Well, it turns out I'm actually more like "everybody else" than I thought (and I don't have a clue!)
Read MoreLittle things
They say it's the little things that count, well since my ME started getting worse again, I can definitely say there's been a whole load of little things that have really made a difference. They might not have magically cured me but they have absolutely helped me in so many different ways.
Read MoreMy week: A few steps forward
It's been a week of more ups and than downs. I've taken a few steps forward and I'm feeling pretty happy.
Read MoreLooking after future me
A little post about things I've done in the past which are helping me today. How I've tried to look out for my future self.
Read MoreThings that make me happy: cartoons, doodles & comic books
This is the first in a series of posts I'm planning to write, sharing some of the things and people that help me feel happy. First up, cartoons, doodles and comic books.
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