Recovering from disordered eating – Jake’s story of hope
A young adult from Northern Ireland has shared their story of recovery from the eating disorder anorexia nervosa through a powerful and emotional video in a bid to inspire others to seek help. In the UK, at least 1.25 million people are living with an eating disorder – at least 1 in 50 people. From 24 February to 2 March its Eating Disorders Awareness Week and the theme is ‘anyone can be affected by an eating disorder’. Jake Ferguson (pictured left), now 26 and living in County Tyrone in...
Read MoreLife-changing value of counselling for mothers – reveals new report
1 in 5 new and expectant mothers experience depression 1 in 3 mothers supported by MumsAid counselling recover from depression 76% experience significant improvement in their depression £10,000 annual economic value on average per mother supported A new report from Pro Bono Economics (PBE), Pregnant then blue? The value of MumsAid counselling for new and expectant mothers, highlights that one in three mothers recover from depression through counselling, equating to an estimated £10,000 in...
Read MoreThree common emotional reasons for overspending, By Johanne Harris
We can all be prone to emotionally charged spending from time to time – perhaps without even realising it. However, if we regularly make impulsive spending decisions based on how we’re feeling, it can have a big impact on our financial health, and subsequently our long-term mental wellbeing. Understanding the emotions that are commonly associated with overspending can help us to notice the signs and stay in control of our money. Stress Lots of people use shopping as a coping mechanism when...
Read More83-Year-Old and Canadian Volunteer Bridge 3,500 Miles to Combat Loneliness
Thanks to the incredible work of the Adopt A Grandparent charity, an inspiring friendship has flourished across the Atlantic, bridging 3,500 miles between Nuneaton and Ontario. Ann Lucas, 83, a resident of Acorn Lodge Care Home, in Nuneaton, since 2023 and Angela Martin, 47, who lives in Canada, have forged a unique connection that transcends borders and generations. Despite having never meet in person, the pair talk weekly through video calls, proving that distance is no barrier to meaningful...
Read MoreEmotional Avoidance, by John Ford
Emotional Avoidance “When we close the door to our feelings, we close the door to the vital currents that energise and activate our thoughts and actions.” — Gary Zukav One of the most pervasive challenges we face, whether in our personal lives, workplaces, or broader communities, is emotional avoidance. This behavior—where we actively avoid feeling and processing our emotions—has far-reaching consequences that can leave relationships strained, workplaces toxic, and our personal growth stunted....
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