Living Beyond the Visible: My Life with Invisible Disabilities
It is Invisible Disabilities Week and so it is the perfect time to share My Life with Invisible Disabilities. I have lived with invisible illnesses for over twenty years and over that time I have experienced so much, let’s get into it. My Personal Journey I live with several invisible illnesses Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, Myalgic encephalomyelitis, Long Covid, Chronic depression, and Generalised anxiety disorder. None of these illnesses are easy to see, either in person or in test results and so it is easy for my experiences of them to be dismissed. However, anyone who lives with me or knows me for a time can easily see how these…
Magic in the Midlife: Embracing Menopause as a Sacred Transition
With hot flashes and my period stopping, I knew I was in menopause but having seen my doctor it is now official. I have very mixed feelings about this, from curiosity to fear and I think many women my age probably feels the same. So, I want to step into this new era of my life by embracing menopause as a sacred transition, a path that many ancestors have walked before me. It is a sacred time in a woman’s life, and I really hope as we approach world menopause day, together we can help us all experience it in a better way. This year’s World Menopause Day focuses…
The power of disabled representation on TV
I like many of you love Strictly, and this year we have the first person with Downs Syndrome on the show, and it’s been wonderful. The power of disabled representation on TV shouldn’t be underestimated, and I would love to chat about it today. Nobody could possibly live in the UK and not know Strictly Come Dancing; it is definitely one of the most popular shows on TV here. I have watched it since season one because my grandparents were dancers and we used to watch the old Come Dancing together; they became fans of this show too. So, when Ellie Goldstien was announced dancing this year, I was so…
Pain Awareness Month 2025: Chronic Pain Community
Pain awareness month 2025 is here and I really want to share about how important community is and why being an advocate means so much to me. Pain affects everyone differently and it is so important to remember that there is no one way to explain it. I think that is what makes it so difficult for us to explain to people who are not experiencing it. Living With Pain In last week’s blog post I spoke about chronic pain, and I think it can be so difficult to imagine what pain every day all day no matter what is like. Right now, as I write this, I am in…
Hotels: Easy Ways to Put a Smile On Your Guests’ Faces
After a rough couple of years following the coronavirus pandemic, the hotel industry is well and truly back — and there’s every indication that it’ll continue to thrive in the coming years. With a CAGR of 7% between now and the end of the decade, the industry is anticipated to reach a market valuation of more than $638 billion by the end of the year. So yes, with travel very much in vogue, it’s a good time to be in the hotel business. Of course, while the industry as a whole may be positive, individual hotels still face many challenges, including intense competition and rising guest expectations. The importance of…
How To Cope When Facing Potential Homelessness
There are very few situations that can feel quite as serious and urgent as the possibility of being made homeless. Whether it’s due to not being able to find another home after a lease it up, or falling behind on rent, it can feel like the walls are closing in, which can make it difficult to see a way out. However, there may be more options available than you’re able to see. Here, we’re going to take a look at some. Get Some Support It’s important to start by looking at the source of the problem, which can be different depending on your circumstances. However, there may be social workers,…
Pain Awareness Month: My Journey with Chronic Pain
It is currently Pain Awareness Month, and I have literally lived with pain every day of my life, so I will be shouting about it even more! It is so important that we share more during awareness months, so others do not feel alone. My Personal Experience: As a child I was constantly struggling with pain, my mom would take me to the doctors, and he would say it was just ‘growing pain’ and I would grow out of it. I soon learned that there was no point saying anything and got on with my life though my legs and arms constantly hurt. This is often called masking and can…
Is Technology the Missing Piece in Chronic Illness Care?
When managing chronic illness, the day-to-day burden often falls heavily on patients. Between doctor’s visits, medication schedules, symptom tracking, and lifestyle changes, it can feel like a full-time job. Yet despite the complexity, most chronic care still relies on outdated systems: paper notes, infrequent appointments, and fragmented communication. So, is it time we admit that the missing piece in chronic illness care isn’t just more appointments — it’s better technology? Let’s dig deeper. Why Traditional Chronic Care Isn’t Cutting It For many patients, chronic illness isn’t a once-off event — it’s a long-term reality. Conditions like diabetes, heart disease, asthma, and autoimmune disorders don’t clock out. But healthcare often does.…
World Suicide Prevention Day
It is World Suicide Prevention Day today and this is a subject that we all need to talk more about and be more open about. Let’s change the narrative on suicide and start talking. Today’s blog post content will be emotionally difficult and at times triggering, so if you prefer to skip this one, I totally understand. Please look after yourself and talk to someone if you need to xx Suicide prevention is something that I feel is not just important for therapists and hospitals to think about. Too often we hear about someone who has died in this way and the people around them had no idea of…
Feeling Stressed Out? Here Are Five Activities That Offer The Deep Relaxation You Need
Stress is one of the biggest problems in today’s day and age. It’s become almost synonymous with modern life, in fact, and whether it’s jobs, family life, or something else, everyone goes through it at some point. Addressing the root cause of the problem is the most important aspect of overcoming stress, but many practices can help you along the way. In this article, you’ll learn about five activities designed to help you relax so that you’re then in a better frame of mind to tackle the issues you face. 1. Mindful Meditation Mindfulness meditation is exactly what it sounds like: a blend of both meditation and mindfulness techniques that…
