Monday 6th May 2019 will forever be marked as one of the greatest days of my life; the day I completed the Milton Keynes Marathon! All the books and articles about mental health that I have read say that exercise is great therapy; walking the dog worked, but I wanted more, I wanted to loseContinue reading “Marathon Man – My Running Journey, Part 1.”
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Shall I Compare Me to a Shark?
As I mentioned in my last blog I have started an introductory course in counselling; during the introductions we were asked to say which animal we were most like, and then yesterday we had to talk about that while another person listened. I had really struggled to decide which animal I think am like, andContinue reading “Shall I Compare Me to a Shark?”
Back to School – Introduction to Counselling, Level 2
I left school when I was 17; I had finished my A-Levels and couldn’t get out of the place quick enough. It is safe to say that I hated school, or maybe I should say my school; it was fine if you were one of the smart ones or really good at sports, but ifContinue reading “Back to School – Introduction to Counselling, Level 2”
A Walk in the Woods – Looking for Shinrin-yoku.
“A tree with strong roots laughs at storms” – Malay Proverb We all know that getting out and walking is good for our mental health, but for that bit extra help in feeling better take a walk in the woods. Walking among trees is really good for our wellbeing. You must have felt it whenContinue reading “A Walk in the Woods – Looking for Shinrin-yoku.”
Gardening to Aid With Anxiety & Depression.
Since moving house I have loved spending time in the garden; I have found that it really helps my mood (unless Leo is busy digging holes in the already struggling lawn). I can feel super stressed but just going outside to sweep up some leaves or do a bit of weeding can help reduce myContinue reading “Gardening to Aid With Anxiety & Depression.”
And Breathe...... 