I was at the Sligo Women in Business event in the ATU Sligo recently. The event was held in the Hume Hall, and I can’t begin to tell you about the emotions I felt walking into that room. You see that’s where my life changed back in 2019. I was in a very dark place... Continue Reading →
My Mental Health Talk in Ballisodare Women’s Shed
I was delighted to be invited along to chat to Ballisodare Women's Shed about my mental health experience, and some of the things that helped me. I had a short chat with Terry about the Women's Shed, and you can listen to the podcast to find out how you can join, and also about the... Continue Reading →
Introducing the Mental Health Podcast
One of the things that I'm asked most about (apart from what there is to do in Sligo), is about my mental health, how I dealt with my depression and how I cope with anxiety. I've written quite a lot about it, but sometimes I think you need to hear a friendly voice, so the... Continue Reading →
My Mental Health and Wellbeing Talk at Sligo Women in Business
I gave my first ever public talk today, at the Sligo Women in Business Event. I'm fairly open about blogging about my mental health, but this is the first time that I've actually spoken in front of people, and I was very nervous! I know some people couldn't make the event, so this was the... Continue Reading →
World Mental Health Day 2023
Today is World Mental Health Day and if you are a regular reader of the blog you’ll know that I’ve had depression and still have anxiety. Before I get into the post of some things that helped me, I want to mention Mental Health Ireland, who kindly sent me out a gift - pictured above.... Continue Reading →
ArDÚ – Supporting Maternal Mental Health and Wellbeing
I'm always on the look out for new initiatives in Sligo and beyond and if you follow the blog you will know that I've had my own mental health issues. When I spotted ArDÚ on social media I asked more about it so that I could tell you. Aolish, the founder of ArDÚ sent me... Continue Reading →