Managing Stress as a Disabled Carer
It is International Stress Awareness Week and though this year’s theme is about optimising employee wellbeing I am going to talk about something different. I cannot work, as I am disabled, but almost six years ago me and my husband…
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…
Why Cycle to Work Day Isn’t for Everyone
With all the talk recently of getting disabled people to work, I thought this week we would chat about why cycle to work day Isn’t for everyone. While many are gearing up with helmets and wheels for Cycle to Work…
Youtube Creator Wellbeing – World Wellbeing Week 2025
It is wellbeing awareness week, and they are focusing on wellbeing at work, I do not work however I do have a YouTube channel. So, I thought I would focus on YouTube Creator Wellbeing it’s an important conversation, let’s get…
May awareness days are overwhelming
May is a busy month as far as awareness days are concerned, and for me May awareness days are overwhelming. I have several chronic illnesses and all of the connected days to raise understanding about them have been chosen to…
Conversations about Multiple Sclerosis – MS awareness week 2025
Conversations about Multiple Sclerosis can be awkward, difficult and emotional and are often things we avoid. It is a well-known illness, and something that is recognised by society as being legitimately disabling. Yet, asking questions, telling friends and family or…
Pain Awareness Month 2024
It is September which means it is pain awareness month 2024, and as I live with chronic pain it is only fitting for me to talk about. I am not alone in living with pain, and raising awareness of how…
Myths and misconceptions about chronic illness
There are many myths and misconceptions about chronic illness, and they can really affect those of us who have them. Family, friends, and even medical professionals can treat us differently because of the things they assume. We have even experienced…
EDS, ME, and Mental health awareness month
It is currently EDS, ME, and Mental health awareness month, and as I have all of these illnesses, lets shed some light on them. Chronic illnesses are never easy, they rarely make sense to doctors and people tend to spend…
Mental health and chronic fatigue
It is currently both myalgic encephalomyelitis and mental health awareness month, so let’s have a chat about mental health and chronic fatigue. I have spoken in the past about the importance of awareness months, as they help us to spread…
