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When in the midst of a particularly bad episode of depression, having simple things to lift your spirits is vital. Anyone who suffers from anxiety and depression will understand t...
Dear teachers, assistants, educators and school leaders,
As a new school year approaches, please pause. Take a deep breath. Pause again. And then think about how you are going to l...
Not having a good day today. I woke up and felt pretty rancid to be honest. Didn't want to go out of the door, but calling on will and resolution, I went to my volunteering stint w...
A New Chapter - by Ellen Deaville
‘The season of mellow fruitfulness’ as Keats memorably described it, September almost seems to hold her breath, reflecting on the summ...
As I was sitting at my desk checking my email, the SANE August newsletter popped up. The title SANE: August Newsletter: Black Dog Pine Badge caught my eye. I opened the newsletter ...
In 2014, I found out that I love to run as a form of exercise. One of my uncle’s runs as a hobby, so I decided to give it a try. I tried it a few times, and I really enjoyed ...
So usually this time of year is tricky for me. The reduction in sunlight, shorter days and increased rainfall all contribute to a dip in mood. I am convinced we were designed to hi...
I have battled mental health issues for over 15 years and while that’s far shorter than many its been long enough for me, but one thing that I realised in recent years was one form...
I was 2 when I was adopted, before then I just have reports on how my childhood was, my Dad committed suicide, and 3 weeks later my mum decided to put us in care, it was clear my b...
More Than a Number - by Ellen Deaville
This time of the year is an especially anxious one for many young people that have just left school, college or university. The future becko...
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