Jealously is often unfairly demonised. It’s portrayed as an ugly emotion for ugly people, and we’re told that we should stay away from jealous people at all costs. Ever since we were children we’ve been told that bullies are “just jealous”. And often that’s true. But the reality is that…
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I had an eating disorder for most of my teenage years, and I, like a lot of other women, hated the way I looked. There are no photos of me between the ages of 11 and 18 because I couldn’t stand the idea of documenting the way my body looked.…
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I’ve suffered from depression for most of my life, and I know I’m not alone: according to the World Health Organisation, over 264 million people are affected worldwide. A few years ago I pulled myself out of a very dark place and these are the 5 steps I’ve taken every…
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Keeping a journal can provide several benefits, from relieving stress to helping you plan your goals and future. Additionally, journaling has been widely recognised by therapists and other health professionals as something that can aid in the recovery of several mental illnesses, such as depression and anxiety. However, many people…
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While in my second year of university, I worked as a bartender in a nightclub, a job I genuinely loved. That year had a huge impact on me and helped shape me into the person I am today. I went through some of the best and some of the worst…
One of the best ways to stay productive when you’re working from home is keeping a structure to your day, and a great morning routine is often the key to starting off your day well. However the UK recently entered lockdown due to COVID-19 and it’s taken me a few…