I've started having sessions with a new counsellor. So far all I can say is wow! This person has found out more about me in two sessions that I probably knew about myself. She seems to look into my soul and see everything. That's all very deep isn't it? It's certainly making me re-evaluate myself.... Continue Reading →
Yesterday
Well the blog took off big time yesterday. I had the second busiest day with blog visits since I started the blog 8 years ago! Most importantly I'm just so struck by how kind and supportive the majority of people are. My 'poisonous parrot' (as it's called in CBT) is working overtime at the moment.... Continue Reading →
Sunday morning vlog
I've started doing vlogs. Way out of my comfort zone but quicker than typing!
Halfway there
It's been a while since I've written a health update. I've suffered from anxiety and depression since the beginning of the year. The anxiety was always there but kept well hidden. The depression, well that was something that arrived out of the blue. I'm happy to say, yes I am happy!, that I feel like... Continue Reading →
A relaxing morning
People drop into your life, people drop out of it. Some appear just when you need them and it feels like you've known them for years. A kind word, a helping hand, a smile - it all goes a long way when you have mental health issues (and I still hate that phrase!) One of... Continue Reading →
The end of another week
So here we are again, the end of another week. A much quieter one than last week and good in places but the down times when they come are not good at all. Sometimes with anxiety and depression I feel like the whole universe has decided to dump everything on me. It's hard to deal... Continue Reading →