I was recently invited onto Claire Byrne Live on RTE to discuss my issues with anxiety and panic attacks. I was on a panel with DJ Blainaid Treacy from 2FM who suffered from panic attacksĀ and Dr. Harry Barry who is an author and doctor. Dr Barry has a particular interest in the area of... Continue Reading →
Aah Bristol
You'll probably only get the title if you remember the Bisto advert. Anyway before I start rambling. I'm just back from a couple of days in Bristol. I'd never been before but with return flights at ā¬24.99 it was too good a deal to miss - and I had a bit of a fear of... Continue Reading →
Mental Health Awareness Week 2019
This week is Mental Health Awareness Week and this year is probably the best I've been for a long time in terms of mental health. If you are a regular reader to the blog you'll know I've had depression, anxiety and panic attacks over the last few years. I was on TV last week talking... Continue Reading →
Claire Byrne Live
It was a shock to be asked to be on the Claire Byrne Live show talking about panic attacks, anxiety and depression. It's hard to condense over two years into two minutes though and I was very nervous so I didn't get to say all the things I wanted to say. To give you a... Continue Reading →
The turning point
It's two years ago since I hosted the first Havin'aLaugh Coffee Morning. Some of you might remember it, some of you might not so here's a bit of background. Around three years ago I got hit out of the blue with depression, I say hit because that's what it felt like. It seemed like one... Continue Reading →
Creative Space – Milk Harbour Sligo
There is a great network of artists and creative folks here in Sligo and there are regular artist get togethers held in various places. One of those sessions was held today in the stunning location of Milk Harbour. Geraldine and Steve Barker own an amazing property at Milk Harbour, which is between Grange and Cliffoney... Continue Reading →