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Month: June 2017

Mental health
  • 27/06/2017
  • 18 Comments on The ambivalence of eating disorder recovery 
  • 9 mins
  • 8 years
  • 1,245 word
  • 4
Tagged anorexia, eating disorders, emotions, mental illness, recovery

The ambivalence of eating disorder recovery 

Ambivalence—the co-existence of positive and negative feelings. When experiencing an eating disorder the pull is tangible.

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Mental health
  • 19/06/2017
  • 2 Comments on Me, my self harm and my scars
  • 1 min
  • 8 years
  • 106 words
Tagged awareness, depression, mental illness, self esteem, self harm

Me, my self harm and my scars

Self harm is a controversial subject. We need to talk about it in a sensitive way. while it’s important we do not encourage an increase in self harm, we need to ensure it’s not hidden away.

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Is it ok if I feel sorry for myself?
Mental health / The world
  • 15/06/2017
  • 1 Comment on Is it ok if I feel sorry for myself?
  • 7 mins
  • 9 years
  • 906 words
  • 2
Tagged accepting help, compassion, emotions, physical health, self acceptance

Is it ok if I feel sorry for myself?

Far from having a pity party, feeling sorry for myself could be part of a help healing process. Asking for help and looking after myself should not be shameful!

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About me

I knew, from an early age, my mind worked differently from other people's. (I had this in my bio before I discovered I'm neurodivergent!) I also realised my brain and my differences could either work for me or against me. I've struggled with mental ill health and recovery has been incredibly hard. As we walk through life, all sorts of things happen to us; some are within our control, others are not. The only thing that really matters is how we think about what happens and how we respond—ultimately, these are the only things we can control. I qualified as a doctor 17 years ago and I'm now working in a counselling agency. Having worked in mental health for over 10 years I've gathered numerous insights into the workings of the mind. So my writing combines my neurodivergence, my personal and professional experiences. To unwind I enjoy being creative so I'd love it if you checked out my jewellery shop too!

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The intersectionality of eating disorders and neurodivergence
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The intersectionality of eating disorders and neurodivergence
Why is eye contact an issue for autistic people?
Autism
Why is eye contact an issue for autistic people?
Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about Imposter Syndrome!
Health / Mental health
Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about Imposter Syndrome!
Is living intentionally the key to true happiness?
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Is living intentionally the key to true happiness?
How do we really embrace difference?
Health / The world
How do we really embrace difference?

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