Bath Mind Blogger, Wellbeing Writer and Book Reviewer.
Organisation can benefit both your mental and physical health. Whilst a clean and clutter-free space can help physical health, it seems all kinds of organisation can impact your mental health. So, what are the benefits? You make room for more sufficient mental energy by ridding worries of forgetting or “procrastinating on an important project or […]
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To-do lists, order, a routine to follow – the things that help keep me on top of my emotions. Stressing about what needs to be done, sleeping in, chaos and avoiding – the things I’m ALSO guilty of doing despite knowing the above. The days where I wake up, get up, make a list of […]
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We’re all very aware of the significant benefits exercise can have on our physical wellbeing. It’s the ONE way to keep fit after all. Research carried out over the last few years has helped us discover the ways in which physical activity can improve our mental wellbeing. More specifically, participating in sport has shown to […]
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Today, I am deciding to share my mental health journey. I’m doing this because I know myself, reading other people’s stories and knowing I wasn’t alone was incredibly beneficial. Writing for Bath Mind has enabled me to do what I’ve wanted to do for a good year and a half – help people with their […]
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Last week I met with staff at one of three Bath Mind care homes (all situated in Bath and Wiltshire) for residents with mental health problems. Situated on Lower Oldfield Park, the home provides 24-hour care for people with long term mental illnesses. Whilst there aren’t any time restrictions from said moving in date, the […]
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In England, 1 in 6 people will report experiencing a mental health problem in a week, according to Mind. Run by the Mental Health Foundation, Mental Health Awareness Week takes place this week (13-19 May). It’s main aim is to raise awareness of mental well-being and mental health problems. Whilst it’s important to stay aware […]
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The mental health charity Bath Mind focuses heavily on mental wellbeing and on supporting those that struggle with their mental health. In a few posts prior to this one, I discussed a meet-up group – Open Opportunities. In today’s post, I’d like to introduce another meet-up group run by Bath Mind – Friends in Need. Described […]
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Bath Mind runs many meet-up groups for individuals with mental health issues. Last week I went to see two for myself -Friends in Need and today’s topic of discussion, Open Opportunities. I don’t know about you, but I’ve always had a certain type of idea in my mind regarding meet-up groups. I’ve more often than not […]
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As I made my way down the road, Tiny Dancer by Elton John playing, my Sainsbury’s shopping bag swaying, I tried very hard to keep a huge goofy grin off my face. May I also point out that I was surviving on 3 hours sleep, 2 slices of Nutella on toast and 1 coffee. The […]
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