I’ve spent a lot of time researching self-love and self-compassion recently, as you will know if you follow my Instagram! Learning to love yourself is a huge step in building and maintaining good mental health. I tend to think of negatives, overthink and catastrophise which can increase depression and anxiety, so positive thinking can reduce…
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A Review of a Planner for Freelancers and Mental Health Journals for Adults & Children by Shari Black: Includes TWO Giveaways!
Read moreNow that children are back at school and some of our old working and social lives are starting to return, I’ve been looking into ways to organise my self-employed work, and assess how both my son and I are now feeling mentally after six months in lockdown.
My First Thought of the Day for BBC Suffolk, Evenings with Jon Wright: Mental Health
Read moreI recorded four thoughts of the day for BBC Suffolk Radio last month so I thought I’d share them! Jon Wright from their evening show asked me to talk about four subjects I was interested in.
How To Grow Vegetables In Your Garden Without Losing Other Uses of the Space
Read moreFor 3 years I had an allotment and it was amazing for both my mental and physical health. Since moving house I had to sadly give up the plot and within months I noticed a huge decline in my mental health. I no longer had my sanctuary to escape to that was just me and…
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Clever Face Masks from Victoria Ann Studios for Lipreaders & SEN Children
Read moreFace masks are now everywhere. As you know I’ve recently even attempted to make my own, but they aren’t anywhere near as good as some I’ve seen. The rare times I’ve gone into shops (still avoiding them like the plague) I’ve struggled with how the masks feel and how difficult it is to communicate with…
Ways To Support Your Child Returning to School After Lockdown
Read moreChildren across this country, and the world, have had their lives changed dramatically for the last six months and it’s about to change again. In just a couple of weeks children will be back to school after being home educated for more than four months.
Review of Mysteries In Time Educational Subscription Box & Giveaway
Read moreHomeschooling my 8 year old for four months was tough- I’m not trained in how to make learning fun like a teacher is. Schools are supposed to reopen next month, but I’m creating back-up plans by getting better resources together just in case.
Children’s Book Review & Giveaway of Crib & The Labours of Hercules
Read moreGetting children interested in world history can be difficult. I remember sitting bored out of my skull in many a history lesson, but there were times it fascinated me. Reading Anne Frank, and spending an RE lesson learning about Martin Luther King are fond memories for me.
Treat Republic Reusable Face Mask Giveaway & Review
Read moreWith new restrictions coming into play at the end of last month, we now have to wear face masks or coverings when entering shops, supermarkets and public transport. Unsurprisingly, many talented companies and people have created some stylish masks to bring some element of fun to a rather dark time. Face masks don’t need to…
Giveaway: Win 1 of 3 Selfie Bags from Cotton Bag Co
Read moreSo many of us love to take a good selfie while we’re out about, whether it’s alone or with friends and family. The clever people at Cotton Bag and Co have created a Selfie Bag to help us take perfect selfies!