It’s the phone call we all dread – letting your employer know you need a day off sick. But when your body is telling you it needs a break, it’s time to listen. So, how do we get past the guilt, to get the rest we need to recuperate?…
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Katie Conibear
Katie Conibear is a freelance writer, focusing on mental health. She blogs and has a podcast, ‘A Life Lived Vividly’, and her first book, ‘Living at the Speed of Light’ is out now.
What does it mean to be non-binary?
Exploring the term ‘non-binary’, and how to be a better ally…
An honest conversation about weight gain
Here, we explore how to navigate mental health medications when weight changes can be triggering, and how to ensure you find a healthy, suitable solution for you…
What are tactile hallucinations?
Have you ever felt like something was on your skin, but looked down to see nothing there? For those with tactile hallucinations, this is a regular, and often disturbing, occurrence, but there are coping strategies to help you through it…
How to advocate for someone with mental illness
When a loved one is struggling, we can sometimes feel helpless as we try to work out how best to support them. But with these simple steps, you can really be there for them in their time of need…
Getting your thoughts down on paper
If voicing your thoughts and emotions out loud feels intimidating, why not try therapeutic writing, which could do wonders for your mental health?…
What is delusional thinking?
We look at the facts behind this complex psychological disorder, bust the myths surrounding it, and give tips on how to help someone who is struggling…
Spot the signs of an unhealthy relationship with alcohol
After a long day, you might crave a glass of wine – it helps you relax, right? Wrong – in fact booze can have a negative impact on our mental wellbeing…
How to manage feelings of anger
It’s a common and valid emotion, which can have positive benefits, but if you’re worried that your outbursts are spinning out of control, there are techniques to help you curb your temper…