A Harvard report found that doctor burnout has become a public health crisis. They define doctor burnout as “a state in which doctors lose satisfaction and the feeling of effectiveness in their work”. This condition is linked to higher rates of depression and other mental health problems. It is estimated that 300 to 400 doctors…
Do you find that certain habits and behaviors are hindering your goals? This could be your inner saboteur and it is time to take a stand Our inner saboteur is the part of us that routinely sabotages our desires, good intentions, and the plans we make for success or a better life. We may not…
In a wave of excitement earlier this week, I decided to get a haircut in person for the first time in over a year. The pandemic and my fear are the main reasons I haven’t done this yet, and while I haven’t regretted it at all, I was excited because I found a place where…
Olugbemi talks about her experiences with her cultural identity. – Linda I was born and raised in London. My childhood was an amalgamation of Nigerian and British cultures. My parents spoke Yoruba and I answered in English. I would have jollof rice for breakfast and pizza for dinner. However, I know there are some who…
New mental health hubs will be set up by April next, offering physical health exams and psychological therapy in one place Becoming a parent brings a number of changes, both mentally and physically. Everyone experiences these changes differently and some need more support than others, but that support has not always been easy to come…
When I was in the middle of a series of anxiety attacks a few weeks ago, I couldn’t think of much else that was going on that day. Fortunately, as it was the weekend, I had no work or plans, but my anxious symptoms made me feel like the whole day was a wash. But…
Indira shares a written piece about how music inspires her and why she finds something Inspiration can add to our sanity and wellbeing. – Indira Mackay Music has always been a comfort to me. Music is fun regardless of whether I am happy, sad, excited and want to dance Session or want to be calm…
It took Beth some time to get the answers she needed. But when she did that she started her journey to understanding autism and now she makes an effort to help others Throughout my life, I always felt that I was different. A square pin in a round hole. Someone without a place. At school,…
Mental wellbeing is one of my favorite things to do. Because of this, I’ve learned a lot about how people incorporate mental wellbeing into their everyday lives. From therapy and meditation to physical exercise and coping strategies, there are many ways in which we can put our well-being in the foreground. However, it is not…
Ara gives tips on how to deal with mistakes in your past and how to forgive not only for others but for yourself as well. – Ara We all make mistakes. We all regret certain decisions, words or situations. But how do you deal with overcoming certain mistakes and not letting them bind you to…
Jon Holley is a trauma and orthopedic surgeon and co-founder of TEDxNHS – a place where the NHS empowers conversation for the NHS * Trigger warning: topics related to the death of a baby. My beautiful son Theo died seven years ago. Five weeks into his short life, the magical joy and opportunity of the…
The inspiration for this post came a few days ago. I was riding a stationary bike at my girlfriend’s place for the second day in a row and wasn’t sure how much I would get from it. I drove through the ride the day before and felt like I wasn’t really getting what I needed….
* Trigger warning * This blog talks about death and grief that we understand can be annoying. Lucy shares how she dealt with losing her mother almost 12 months after her death.– Lucy Moore April 2020 will always be a time that haunts me and I will forever fear April that lies ahead for the…
รne more smidgen of stimuli and you will blow. To prevent this from happening, stay away from people – from life. But you hate to do that. Look, irritability can be more than just a grumpy mood. Here’s what to understand and how to deal with it. Looks like our friend is trying upstairs with…
Instead of writing this article, I should post a grainy black and white ultrasound image on Instagram showing a tiny human along with a hilarious joke telling the world I’m expecting a baby. But when I did my 12 week scan, instead of seeing a little baby full of excited, flashing heartbeats, I saw a…
