coping

Do you want to talk about it?

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Mental health issues are no challenge to fulfilling your dreams and goals

No matter who we are, or where we were born, each of us has an absolute right to a fulfilled life, and to achieve our goals. An equal right to a life without prejudice and constraint. Those who have, or have had mental health disorders have just the same rights. During the course of their …

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Struggled to get out of bed today?

“I really struggled to get out of bed today. Did you? I didn’t get up until noon. It was the same yesterday. Then I was hard on myself for it and as a result, I had a miserable day.  Today, the same happened, but I decided to be kind to myself. The difference? I gave …

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Nuture relationships to give your mental wellbeing a boost

Relationships are shown to be key to a happy life Did you know, there are a number of practical strategies you can use to increase your psychological wellbeing. One such strategy is to nurture relationships. Research suggests that personal relationships have the greatest impact on your satisfaction with life. Try to dedicate time and energy …

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7 Tips For Coping With Stressful Events When You’re Bipolar

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How Mindfulness Helps Me Cope With Anxiety and Depression

This article by Madelyn Heslet, appeared in TheMighty When I’m depressed or anxious, it can be hard for me to remember what makes me happy or what calms me down. Every coping skill I’ve learned in therapy seems to fly out of my head and disappear elsewhere. I used to let the depression or anxiety …

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