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    Notes from my journal: We’re still in the middle of a pandemic, it’s ok to take it slow

    2 July 2021 Read More
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    Writing exercises: Getting to know your inner critic

    17 June 2021 Read More
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    How to silence your inner critic

    10 June 2021 Read More
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    The power of speaking kindly to yourself

    3 June 2021 Read More
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    How to protect your mental health during the pandemic

    30 July 2020 Read More
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    16 things I learnt during lockdown in Kathmandu

    26 June 2020 Read More
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    Notes from my journal: A return home

    19 June 2020 Read More
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    Notes from my journal: How to deal with fear

    28 July 2019 Read More
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    Dear Me: Writing a letter of self-compassion to yourself

    21 July 2019 Read More
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    Giving up alcohol for better mental health

    14 July 2019 Read More
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    Think small: the key to overcoming a low mood and apathy

    One of the many breakthroughs I made in my journey to better mental health was finally having the ability to recognise the onset of a depressive episode. It was surprisingly simple and staring me…

    7 July 2019
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    Notes from my journal: On how to make a decision

    I’ve decided to start a monthly series on musings I have on various mental health topics. It could be anything from an issue that I’m struggling with during that week, through to something new…

    30 June 2019
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    What advice would you give your younger self?

    “If you could travel back in time, what advice would you give your younger self?” might sound like the kind of question we’d ask someone at a dinner party, but it’s something we should…

    23 June 2019
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    How to feel more confident in a city obsessed with appearance

    “Ma’am, you have discolouration. Would you like to speak to a dermatologist about this?” These were the words of a beauty therapist as I was trying (in vain) to enjoy a facial a few…

    16 June 2019
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    Why I decided to start a mental health blog

    Today, I’m sharing a story that’s deeply personal. It’s one that, until now, only a handful of my closest friends and family know. I’m doing this because this story is what led me on…

    9 June 2019
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    What no one tells you about the route to self-love

    During my difficult breakup, I started pinning inspirational quotes on Pinterest every morning as part of my ‘self-care rituals.’ Here’s an assortment of the things that I saved at the time: “The comeback is…

    29 March 2019
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    How to prepare for your first ever yoga class

    New to yoga and not sure what to expect? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered with some tips on how to prepare for your first yoga class! Trying any new form of exercise is…

    6 October 2018
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    How yoga helps my mental health

    I don’t say this lightly, but yoga has ‘saved’ me many times. I first dabbled in yoga when I was at university. The student gym had a number of classes on offer and yoga…

    6 October 2018
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    9 ways to make the most of your spare time  

    I’ve recently come to the realisation that I’ve always put a lot of pressure on my main line of work. That is, I’ve come to expect that my job should fulfill me completely, should…

    15 September 2018
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    How I learnt to sit still and not chase happiness elsewhere

    “I feel like I’ve spent my life running and I want to learn how to stand still and be happy where I am…” Chasing happiness  Somehow, somewhere along the way, I learnt that the…

    14 September 2018
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Hello, I'm Andrea. Introvert, daydreamer, writer, wannabe author, dog lover, yogi. I started this blog to share my journey to better mental health and the resources that have helped me along the way.

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  • How to protect your mental health during the pandemic

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