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7 Types of Journaling For Mental Health [Full Guide]

I strongly believe that journaling can be an incredible tool to help just about anyone stay on top of their mental health and wellbeing. In fact, my journal is like my own personal life-bible and I do not know how I would cope without it. That’s why I put together this ultimate guide to journaling for mental health - so that I can share everything I’ve learnt on my mental health journaling journey so far with you guys and hopefully spark some positivity for you too. Read more today.

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Down the Rabbit Hole

When starting my blog, I wanted a platform to talk about my thoughts and experiences with depression along with other aspects of mental health. But the more I have written, the more I feel like people assume, or expect, that because I write these things, I have my shit together. I can say for a… Continue reading Down the Rabbit Hole

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Yes, I have a mental illness: and right now I have good mental health

This idea might confuse some people. It’s only recently that I’ve noticed the conversation bouncing around about the difference between mental illness and mental health, and the more attention I have payed to it, and considered my own experiences with mental illness and mental health, the more I have realised it’s a vital conversation to… Continue reading Yes, I have a mental illness: and right now I have good mental health

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Bad Patches: Why This Took Me So Long to Write

My depression comes in patches. Some extreme highs, some extreme lows and some patches of normality. Some last longer than others. Eventually, after a really bad patch, I feel the fog starting to fade. I am able to make my way out of it for a while. When things in my head start to feel… Continue reading Bad Patches: Why This Took Me So Long to Write

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The “Student Lifestyle” and Mental Health  

It’s hard to deny that a big part of university life has become a drinking/drug culture, and even if you’re struggling with your mental health and know that this lifestyle doesn’t help, it is ridiculously easy to get caught up in. Some people might make it look easy to go out most nights a week,… Continue reading The “Student Lifestyle” and Mental Health