Loving someone unconditionally is the purest form of love. It allows someone the freedom to be completely themselves, without fear of judgement or criticism. I am lucky enough to have an abundance of people who love me in this way; but I still have an innate fear of people leaving. If someone asked me what…
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Post-Natal Depression: Part 2
The second part to the segment on post-natal depression. A reminder to all that despite someone seeming like they’re okay, they’re coping and they’re happy: this isn’t always the reality. Check up on loved ones, and then check up on them again. #asktwice 1. What have been your biggest struggles with post-natal depression? The main thing…
Eating Disorders
There are different types of eating disorders, the two most commonly known are bulimia and anorexia. In some cases, people can have one type which then develops into another. There are so many misconceptions surrounding eating disorders and so many people are still being body shamed which is contributing to the decline in peoples mental health….
Post-Natal Depression: Part 1
This segment is based on post-natal depression (PND) and I will be doing it in two parts. I hadn’t actually thought about writing a post relating to this condition; despite knowing people who had suffered, it totally slipped my radar. And so when it was suggested by someone I jumped at the chance of helping…
Recovery
This time of year is always very poignant for me. Two years ago I was struggling with my mental health worse than I ever had before; and ever have since. It was an extremely stressful and frightening time for me and it still remains a fear of mine that it could happen again. But this…
Me, Myself & Ben 