Mental Health
Community Engagement Project: MHNE
I was approached by a friend who works with a charity called Mental Health North East (MHNE). She wondered how I would feel about coming along to a few group meetings to talk about holistic health with the participants. The project was called ‘Greening The Gap’. MHNE partnered with a group called Muddy Boots who … Read moreCommunity Engagement Project: MHNE
I was left behind…
I’ve thought so often about suicide. The act itself, the logistics of preparation, and implementation, as well as the fallout for those left behind. I’m joyful to say the latter thoughts always win out over the former. The compassion and love within me continues to elevate my spirit beyond calculations of taking a bottle of … Read moreI was left behind…
Free Meditation: From the Heart Centre
Our guided meditation left us in an exploration of where we felt drawn as we entered our quiet, contemplative spaces. Feet firmly placed on the floor, hands gently resting on the thighs, eyes closed and away… My attention was drawn to the central space between the group. There appeared a throbbing light which anchored us … Read moreFree Meditation: From the Heart Centre
What is Normal?
Normal no longer exists. Finding a new normal is tougher than you’d think. Having experienced physical, mental and spiritual extremes in my health adventures, I am acutely aware of consciously exploring my new ‘normal’ connection. There is a delicate space for balance in my life… A space which forms a threshold between doing too little … Read moreWhat is Normal?
Free Meditation: Reaching the Depths
The leader of our meditation took us on a journey towards being approached on our left-hand side by an entity that wanted to make contact with us. Feet firmly placed on the floor, hands gently resting on the thighs, eyes closed and away… I could sense a being to my left. Initially I thought it … Read moreFree Meditation: Reaching the Depths
Moving Forward
WOW! What a whirlwind of a year it’s been. I have practised exploring life as a human ‘being’ to enrich my experience. My trauma had left me as a human ‘doing’, not being. Pain and PTSD removed me from being an active part of my life, transforming time into stuff I had to do. I … Read moreMoving Forward