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Overcoming my anxiety

This raw and personal account of a recent graduate takes us through how she overcame crippling anxiety.

Anxiety, Article, Blogs, Practical AdviceMegan GambleDecember 11, 2020blog, anxiety, practicaladvice, overcoming, studentperspective

Dealing with panic attacks

Panic attacks are different for everyone but you may find these 5 tips helpful for yourself or a loved one who suffers with panic attacks.

Anxiety, Practical Advice, Article, BlogsMegan GambleDecember 4, 2020anxiety, panicattacks, practicaladvice, overcoming

Coping with Anxiety

My anxiety often involves fixating on a bad mistake that I have made in the past, and latching onto it for hours, or even days. Living with anxiety can be all consuming at times but there are a few silver linings...

Anxiety, Blogs, Practical AdviceMegan GambleNovember 27, 2020anxiety, blog, practicaladvice, overcoming

Supporting someone with their mental health

It’s easy to feel awkward, helpless and unequipped to support someone with their mental health but don’t lose hope - there are ways to help!

Returning to work after time away

The working week as we once knew it has changed dramatically and everyone will have had to adjust their way of working in some way.

Anxiety, Practical Advice, Covid-19, ArticleMegan GambleOctober 9, 2020changes, overcoming, coronavirus, practicaladvice, workplace

How to tackle loneliness

Tackling loneliness is a fine line of keeping ourselves busy and being proactive whilst also allowing time to unwind, reflect and recharge.

Surviving your first year of University

The jump to University is exciting but it can also be daunting, overwhelming and not quite what we expect. So how can we prepare ourselves and settle in? This article explores 3 ways of 'surviving' that first year of university.

Preparing for University

University is a significant milestone and the start of a new and exciting chapter in your life. So how can you best prepare and adjust?

Strategies to ease anxieties during a pandemic

Anxiety on a daily basis is hard enough without being in the middle of a pandemic. So what can we do to ease our fears and gain control?

Anxiety, Practical Advice, Covid-19, ArticleMegan GambleAugust 28, 2020anxiety, practicaladvice, coronavirus, overcoming

Making the most of DIY

DIY projects are good for stress-busting, creativity, improving our mood and gaining a sense of achievement and satisfaction.

Article, Practical AdviceMegan GambleJuly 31, 2020DIY, practicaladvice, creativity

Returning to 'normal'

How do we adjust and find some sort of equilibrium as we think about life after covid-19 and finding a new 'normal'?

Worry

How do we distinguish between the types of worry and what can we do when consistent worries flood our daily life?

Planning

How should we go about planning our lives? Especially during such an uncertain time.

Article, Covid-19, Practical AdviceMegan GambleJune 19, 2020planning, practicaladvice, biggerpicture, direction

Breaking Bad Habits

To change your life, change your habits. Now is the time to make new, healthy habits and get rid of those bad ones!

How can I relax during a pandemic?

During these difficult times, it is important to know how to relax and set your mind free - at least for a little while.

How the Coronavirus has affected those studying A-Levels

Final year school students can feel somewhat robbed during this time and unsure about their future. So how can you implement healthy strategies to cope in a more positive way during this difficult time?