News: mental health
Making and breaking habits
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Habits. A regular, behavioural tendency or practice, especially one that is difficult to give up.
Using visualisation for success
Have you heard of harnessing the power of imagination?
Supporting a friend through grief: A reflection
It's been a tough few weeks, as I've been supporting my dear friend, let’s call them Ash, through one of the most challenging experiences in life - the loss of a family member.
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A few techniques to feel less anxious
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It is mental health month in October, so it is a great time to normalise and talk about feeling anxious.
The toxicity of social media
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Social Media. It is a toxic and addicting place on the internet. Spending every spare second consuming never-ending content and comparing yourself to everyone you see online; it can be damaging to your mental health.
An unexpected reunion: Reconnecting with a friend who took the first step
Life has a knack for throwing curveballs just when you least expect them.
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Don't let a bad grade ruin your day
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It is so easy to let one bad grade or unexpected event drag you down. But don't let this minor incident consume your mind.
Enjoying the little things
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I’ve realised recently that especially on not-so-good days, I find myself stressing and hyper-focusing on everything that has gone wrong that day.
Change
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Change. It's scary. It's something new, something different, something that can be difficult to adjust to. I know that I, and probably a lot of you reading this, struggle with change. And that is completely valid.