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Surviving the Post-Christmas Blues: 10 Steps to Feeling Better

January 16, 2023


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Today is Blue Monday, which has been coined the most depressing day of the year. The Christmas decorations have come down, the holiday cheer and excitement has worn off and the post-Christmas blues have set in.

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5 Healthy Ways to Deal With Grief and Loss

March 20, 2022


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Guest post by Camille Johnson

After losing a loved one, many of us also lose the energy and motivation to continue life as normal. We may lose interest in the things that once brought us joy and happiness, and we may lack the energy to work, go to school, care for ourselves and loved ones, and get out of bed in the morning. For some, grief and loss can turn into depression, which affects our motivation and energy levels even further. 

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Simple Ways to Foster Your Physical and Mental Well-Being

December 19, 2021


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Written By Stephanie Haywood

Your quality of life hinges on a combination of physical and mental well-being. In such crazy times, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, stressed, and anxious, which can have a profound impact on your overall health and well-being. What’s more, finding time to truly foster your quality of life can seem next to impossible. 

Fortunately, there are ways to improve your head-to-toe health — simple, effective habits that can easily fit into your everyday life. 

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11 Solo Date Ideas: Fun Things to Do By Yourself

October 3, 2021


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Have you ever been desperate for some alone time? Life gets hectic and sometimes you really need some time on your own. That’s why prioritising “me” time is key to looking after your mental health, and solo dates are a great place to start. I know you’re probably wondering how the hell am I supposed to ‘date myself’, sounds very weird. Stick around and I’ll tell you, and also give you some solo date ideas that you’ll actually love.

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Chronic illness is a full-time job, with no off da Chronic illness is a full-time job, with no off days or vacations. Everything revolves around our health. 😓Over time, it can leave you feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or even depressed. 

That’s what led me to take such a long break from the blog and socials! 

It took me a long time to shake that feeling. But one thing I know for certain is, I never want to feel like that again and I don’t want you to either. 

But things get tricky when you have a chronic illness. It’s here to stay. We can’t hit the kill switch on our illness. So how on earth are we supposed to ‘recharge’? 

It’s something I’ve been trying to figure out for the longest…

In this week’s blog post, I’ve put together some helpful strategies that have helped me, and will hopefully help you, deal with burnout. 

I break down what chronic illness burnout is, some signs to look out for, as well as some simple things you can do to combat it. 

I hope you find it helpful! Link in Bio.

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Saying 'NO' or setting boundaries when you have a Saying 'NO' or setting boundaries when you have a long term illness can be hard. It can make you feel like a bitch or even a little guilty.But sometimes it's necessary in order for you to prioritise your health.

Here are few kind ways you can say no without feeling guilty.

What other ways do you say no? Drop it in the comments 👇🏾 

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Todays officially the worst day of year..aka Blue Todays officially the worst day of year..aka Blue Monday. I don’t really believe in it but I get the idea. 

I do know that things can feel a little ‘blah’ and dreary around this time of year. 

The holidays are over, and with them can come a wave of sadness. The decorations have been taken down; the presents have been opened, and all that's left is to face the reality of January and the cold winter months ahead.

You might feel a little down, anxious or disorientated. You’re not alone, so many of us are feeling the same right now!

So after a long break,I’ve finally gotten my writing juices flowing again, and put together some tips to help shake off the post-Christmas blues, and start feeling happy again!

I’d love for you to check it out. Link in bio. 

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Bad days come and go, but they don’t last foreve Bad days come and go, but they don’t last forever. 

If you’re having a shit day, just remember better days are on their way! 💜🤗💜

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Rest,Rest,Rest...😴 If you live with chronic pa Rest,Rest,Rest...😴

If you live with chronic pain or illness, you come to realise how important rest actually is❗️

It's the one thing we need to keep going.

However, in a world where 'maximising your time' and productivity hacks are shoved down our throats, particularly at this time of year (New year, new me and all that shit). It's easy to feel you're wasting time or not doing enough by prioritising rest. 

But I'm here to say fuck that! 🖕🏾

Rest when we need it can NEVER be a waste of time!

It's an investment...! Particularly if you have pain or any health condition!

Rest is our time to destress, detach and escape from all things thrown our way, health or life-related.

Let's stop punishing ourselves, or feeling guilty about resting. Instead, let's consider it the best investment we'll ever make... into ourselves!😉

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Progress is progress...😏👌🏾 #chronicpain Progress is progress...😏👌🏾

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Having a good support system is super important wh Having a good support system is super important when you have chronic pain or any long term illness.

The people we keep around us can have such an impact on both our mental and physical health. Which is why it’s important to choose wisely when building your support circle. 

Your support system doesn’t have to be loads of people either and it can consist of whoever you choose. 

Often times those closest too us have a hard time accepting our pain or feelings and don’t provide us with the support we need. 

So…although it’s hard, don’t be afraid to find your support elsewhere.

Whether it’s someone from the chronic illness community online, a childhood friend, or your therapist….My DM’s are also always open if you in need of someone to talk to. 💜💜

What types of people do need in your support system? 

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Wishing you all a happy, pain tolerable new year! Wishing you all a happy, pain tolerable new year! May this year be better than the last. 🥂💜

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🎄 It’s officially Christmas week! Can you bel 🎄 It’s officially Christmas week! Can you believe it😳? 

Most people look forward to the season, jam-packed with celebrations, spending time with their loved ones and yearly traditions. 

‼️ But for those of us with chronic pain and illness, it can be the time of year we look forward to the least.

As much as we try our best to enjoy ourselves, we always have to consider our health.No matter how much we try to put on a cheerful face, our pain is still there.

Our symptoms don’t take a break because it’s Christmas‼️

So, here are some tips to help you manage your pain/illness this Christmas week. 

🤞🏾Everyone’s experience with chronic pain/illness is different, so not every tip will apply. But hopefully, there'll be something you find helpful. 

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