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Eco-anxiety, the Psychological Effects of Climate Change
People care about the planet and the environment. Most people recognise that we live on planet earth and rely upon a stable environment, so when seemingly little climate action takes place and the headlines fill with stories of a ‘climate emergency’, there is a huge toll on the mental health of individuals. This is the […]
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A Little Beach Holiday
I recently went on a two-night beach holiday with a couple of friends. Even though it was only a short holiday, I felt so relaxed and happy by the end of it. What is it about little holidays like this that is so good for my mental health?
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Why Can’t I Say No?
Saying ‘no’ is something I really struggle with. My psychologist said that saying ‘yes’ to everything is a pattern that is often repeated by people pleasers. While I can certainly accept that not everyone will like me, I can’t cope with the feeling of letting people down.
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How To Be Afraid and Do It Anyway
I recently came across an Instagram story that I thought was particularly relevant to a struggle many of us face; that is, anxiety with regards to work, socialising, or studying. The post was titled ‘How To Be Afraid and Do it Anyway’ and lists a few practical strategies to enable you to control, harness, and […]
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Morning Routines
I have found that a morning routine really helps me navigate my life and the challenges I have with depression and anxiety.
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Getting Over Overthinking
Is it just me or have some of you found periods in your life where you’ve gotten into this habit of overthinking things? I find that this mostly happens to me at particularly stressful times. I find that I try to almost forensically pick apart a problem or a situation but get nowhere near a […]
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The Trouble with Empathy
Have you ever wondered if you’re a good person? If any of us are truly good people? Recently, I’ve been consuming a lot of Mister Rogers-related media. For those unfamiliar, Fred Rogers was an American television presenter and host of the kids’ series Mister Rogers’ Neighbourhood, which ran from 1968 to 2001. The show emphasised young […]
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Podcasts For A News Fix
For whatever reason, I have almost completely turned away from mainstream media. I tune in occasionally for a channel surf of the news while I make dinner, but I always leave with a twisted feeling in the pit of my stomach. For me, the news of the day now does more harm than good.
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An Ode to Golden Retrievers
I have a theory that spending regular time with a dog can seriously alter your outlook on life. My brother is the proud owner of a golden retriever called Finn. His personality is just the best. I really have no eloquent way to explain his charisma, other than by saying he is a fluffy ball […]
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PhD Self-Care Project: It’s Okay to Have a Tough Day
PhD life is riddled with ups and downs. There will be brutally challenging days, and I think some of my peers fear that feeling low or unhappy about their work at times equates to a kind of weakness. I feel like nowadays, we are being made to think that happiness is the only feeling you […]
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