You often hear people say 'Life doesn't give you what you can't handle'. Other people say you are sent things to try and toughen you, ready for future trials - that's a scary thought. As Kelly Clarkson so eloquently put it 'What doesn't kill you makes you stronger', is probably the one I resonate with… Continue reading The Positives Chronic Illness Has Taught Me
Category: health
self-care
As time goes by, I am increasingly reminded of the importance of self-care. I think it is one of those things as a teenager you deem as a face mask or lay in on a Sunday morning, but as you get older the meaning changes. For me, self-care holds immense importance for a number of… Continue reading self-care
My Mental Health Since Losing my Dog
Whoever said diamonds are a girls best friend never owned a dog I have never written a post, or really ever gone into depth with anyone, about my mental health so I should probably give you some background information. I grew up in a lone parent household, an only-child with one cousin who lives on… Continue reading My Mental Health Since Losing my Dog
(Dis)abled
I have wanted to write this post for a while but have never been able to piece together my words and thoughts in a way which could convey my feelings on the subject correctly. You see, seven months ago I met a guy. My boyfriend James. It was pretty much an instant attraction between us… Continue reading (Dis)abled
All About Juice Plus
Now we have all tried those fad diets, trying to shed the pounds for that beach body, your best friends wedding or to fit into that pretty dress for the Christmas parties. However often these diets are strict, unrealistic and while they may work as a quick fix, you find yourself gaining the weight back… Continue reading All About Juice Plus
your health’s, your wealth
Your nothing without your healthI completely agree with the saying above. My mom always said it to me when I first became ill. I think it was her way of reminding me that I'm not invincible, that I really do have to listen to my body and that there are repercussions for my actions. Without your… Continue reading your health’s, your wealth