Placing one foot in front of the other leads to some seriously impressive mental and physical benefits. Walking is a form of exercise that can significantly improve your physical and mental health. Not only can it extend your life and prevent disease, but it can also boost your energy and mood. Walking is also easy, […]
The benefits of yoga practice
The benefits of yoga go far beyond simply getting in shape. Regular “downward dogs” and “warriors” can transform the rest of your life, too. Derived from the Sanskrit word “yuj,” meaning yoke or union, yoga is an ancient practice that brings together mind and body. Yoga consists of breathing exercises, meditation and poses which promote […]
Enjoying The Little Things In Life
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Mania and Bipolar I
Full blown mania is a symptom of Bipolar 1 Disorder. It is usually described as an “elevated mood state”. The reality is that mania is much more complicated than that. “I tend to compare my current self with the best I have been, which is when I have been mildly manic. When I am my present […]
Simple Rules For A Happy Life
During my third year of college, I was asked by a lecturer what my goal in life was. My young, naive, 21-year old self, simply answered: “to be happy and free”. It was a much simpler time when I was asked that question by my university lecturer! Thinking back, it was a time in my […]
5 Tips About Partnership
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Destigmatising Mental Illness | Bipolar Disorder
Mental illness is a sensitive topic in today’s society. It’s estimated that many people with depression, anxiety- or bipolar mood disorder wait years before seeking help, and by the time they finally do, their home and work life may have been compromised. Many people feel shame from not being “normal”, but in reality mental illnesses […]
The Joy of Feeding Garden Birds
There are few things that instill such joy and wonder in me than feeding the birds that visit my garden. It feeds my soul. And it instills in me a sense of childlike wonder and awe. I constantly catch myself gazing at their bright colours, funny mannerisms and listening to their mesmerising song. Apart from […]