I'm not going to lie it's been a rough year and one that I won't be sad to see the back of. It has taught me so much about myself though and I believe I've become a better person - most of the time. The self-loathing is no longer there. I don't think I'll ever... Continue Reading →
Havin’ A Coffee – October 2017
After the phenomenal success of the Chari-Tea Coffee Morning for Havin' A Laugh I've decided to have another one. This time is just a social one for people to meet for a cuppa and a chat. It's on Monday 23rd October in The Blind Tiger, Sligo from 10am - 12 noon and all are welcome.... Continue Reading →
World Mental Health Day
Today is World Mental Health Day and little did I know this time last year that I have my own issues with mental health. I feel like I'm heading in the right direction and people have asked what things have helped me so here are some of them: Seek help The biggest thing was realising... Continue Reading →
Feeling grateful for depression
Yes I know you'll all be wondering about the title of this blog post but I can honestly say that I'm grateful I have depression. It hasn't been easy, in fact most of it has been very, very, hard. I'm still not my old self but I think that's a good thing. I'm a much... Continue Reading →
Where I am now
I'm still buzzing from Monday and I've been quite reflective about it all. It's been a real learning curve for me in a very good way. As you know depression hit me this year, the anxiety was always looming but the depression was a new thing. I'm going to counselling sessions, I can't say it's... Continue Reading →
Havin’aLaugh Coffee Morning
Tomorrow is the big day. I'm nervous, very nervous. I hope people turn up. I'm amazed with the response I've had and you can find out more about what to expect by watching this video.