The state of the world is uncertain right now. Our livelihoods have been completely changed. It's hard. It's sad. It's worrying. However, there are still some positives to see and seek right now in the world's current situation. Here are some of those that I've found for myself... Check out my list of things to… Continue reading Positives on the World’s Current Situation (podcast)
Category: Mental Health
Positive Mindset Shifts for Uncertain Times
During the time of the Coronavirus outbreak, we're all feeling very afraid and uncertain. But this isn't a new feeling. We all go through periods of uncertainty that make living our everyday lives hard.Here are some general (and some specific) ideas about how to shift to a positive mindset during uncertain times. Focus on the now… Continue reading Positive Mindset Shifts for Uncertain Times
Mental and Emotional Health Tips for Self-Isolation
We're all stuck inside and therefore our mental and emotional wellbeing will take a hit. Not everyone pays attention to their mental health, but we all should, especially right now in these trying times. Here are some of my ideas about how to cope and care for yourself right now to maintain mental and emotional wellness… Continue reading Mental and Emotional Health Tips for Self-Isolation
Ways to make the most of self-isolation
I don’t want to make light of this situation. It’s devastating and affecting so many lives and livelihoods. However, if you are someone who has to self-isolate (as many of us are) then here are some ideas to help you keep in good spirits. Read...like a lot!Catch up (on whatever it is that you've fallen… Continue reading Ways to make the most of self-isolation
Careful What You Identify With (podcast)
I've been thinking about how I see myself and the negative things that I have been identifying with. We all create our own reality with the narrative we tell ourselves. So, be careful with what you are identifying with (consciously or not)... Click to play! xx
An Antidote for Negative Emotions
Firstly, all emotions are important, needed and valid. This post is not anti-negative emotions! We need them, as hard as that pill may be to swallow at times. However, when it comes to emotions that we sit in for too long, or don't understand, or can't process properly, here are some ways to feel better… Continue reading An Antidote for Negative Emotions
Take your own advice
Have you ever given a piece of advice to a friend or loved one and then thought, "damn, that was some good advice"? But think about it, do you actually practice what you preach? The reason I bring this up is because I know we all could do with following our own advice sometimes. My… Continue reading Take your own advice
Why It Quit Social Media in January
At the start of this year, I challenged myself to go a month without social media. Because I host a blog and a podcast, I couldn't deactivate these accounts, really, and so my rule was that I couldn't use them for anything other than posting/sharing my content. And so, I deleted the apps from my… Continue reading Why It Quit Social Media in January
The Dizziness of Choice and Comparison (podcast)
These days we are breaking our necks by looking over all the fences around us. Looking at his garden and her garden; at what they're doing compared to us. But all it causes is pain, confusion, dizziness and paralysis. Comparison and choice are sending us mad, but I have a simple tool for hopefully kicking… Continue reading The Dizziness of Choice and Comparison (podcast)
It’s Forgetting Who You Are That Causes Pain
There is a lot of pain in forgetting. If we were able to readily remember all that we've ever felt, seen, heard, tasted, or experienced, we would probably feel a lot less pain because we'd have the power of knowing...
Knowledge is comforting, at times. Knowing who we are, what we've done, and what we're capable of goes a long way in removing fear, worry, and pain.
S. R. Crawford 