Happy Mental Health Monday! Last week I talked you through low self-esteem and self-criticism and explained how our self-esteem contributes to our mental health. This week we are going to focus on self-compassion and how that can keep our soothe system in check. What is self-compassion? Self-compassion is the act of kindness, understanding, and awareness … Continue reading So, what is Low Self-Esteem? Part II: Self-Compassion
So, what is Low Self-Esteem? Part I: Self-Criticism
Low self-esteem is something we experience as humans and it affects a lot of us. Every one of us will have low self-esteem at one point in our lives and it is especially common in adolescence. Many of us are able to overcome this by ourselves where others of us find that what started as … Continue reading So, what is Low Self-Esteem? Part I: Self-Criticism
So, what is Postpartum Psychosis?
It's Mental Health Monday and this week I wanted to shed light on a condition that is often overlooked - Postpartum Psychosis. This condition is known as a psychiatric emergency and guidelines suggest that it is reported and responded to within 4 hours of its presentation. It affects 1-2 women in 1000 and often comes … Continue reading So, what is Postpartum Psychosis?
NaNoWriMo: Six Successes on Day Six
Happy Writing Wednesday! It's the first one of November, aka National Novel Writing Month, so I wanted to share my successes so far! For those of you who aren't familiar with NaNoWriMo, the challenge is to write 50,000 words which in a lot of cases is novel length. It's a big task and many people … Continue reading NaNoWriMo: Six Successes on Day Six
Stress Awareness Week: My Best Strategies for Managing Stress
Happy Mental Health Monday! Today is the first day of Stress Awareness Week so I thought I would share what works for me when I'm stressed. Spoiler alert: these tips don't break the bank and don't take too much time up. 1. ExerciseYou will hear this one over and over again. If you're depressed, you … Continue reading Stress Awareness Week: My Best Strategies for Managing Stress
Halloween Hangover: Costume Edition
It's finally the start of November which means my favourite night of the year has come and gone (sad face). I thought a belated Fashion Friday post could only be dedicated to my outfit of the night and costume for the best Halloween party I've ever been to. So here is my Little Red Riding … Continue reading Halloween Hangover: Costume Edition
Preptober: Last Minute Essentials!
We have 48 hours to go, people! I have bombarded you with tips, techniques, strategies, and even a sneak peek at my own work space. The time has passed for me to share any more advice or suggestions so I thought I would share my last minute purchases and gatherings to set me up for … Continue reading Preptober: Last Minute Essentials!
What is CBT and How Can It Help Me?
Happy Mental Health Monday! When we talk about mental health, we often look for solutions to problems. It is quite easy to want to 'fix' mental health difficulties and 'cure' our symptoms. The truth is, mental health difficulties are often really natural responses to some of life's more adverse situations. Clinicians and practitioners like to … Continue reading What is CBT and How Can It Help Me?
Joker: A Review
A much anticipated origin story from the DC Universe, Joker is the film that we didn't know we needed. I am loving the latest artistic trend of villain backstories and focusing on more than just the star or 'good guy'. So I decided to share my views on what I truly believe is the best … Continue reading Joker: A Review
Girls’ Night Out: A/W Edition
Happy Fashion Friday! It is also payday weekend, let the drinks flow! The last Friday of the month needed to be something a bit more fun and exciting for me, so I twisted my bestie's arm and we went out on the town! I don't know about you guys but it is getting harder and … Continue reading Girls’ Night Out: A/W Edition
