Every day something happens to us that we can’t control or change, and this can understandably cause us a lot of pain. But what is really causing our pain, is it the thing that happened, or is it our resistance to it? And, if we don’t resist these things, does acceptance mean we are just passively giving in? In this blog, I want to clear up some misunderstandings of acceptance and show how learning to practice acceptance can greatly improve our mental wellbeing.
I am a huge lover of camping, beach dwelling, and attending festivals. When spending time outdoors, second to a comfy bed, what I also really cherish is a decent comfortable chair. Perhaps it is my age showing now, but just sitting on the floor no longer does the trick! I have used many different chairs over the years, and I have a few firm favorites. In this blog, I have put together a list of the best camping chairs I have found for every different outdoor occasion.
August is a month of many milestones. I am celebrating my graduation, my sobriety birthday, and the anniversary of completing my gender transition. Each individual milestone is incredible, but together they leave me overwhelmed with gratitude for how different my life is today. In this blog, I wanted to share this joy with you. I also hope it might be an inspiration for how much change is possible when we set our intentions the right way.
The most concerning part of having surgery is the worry of the resulting scars. Therefore for transgender people who choose to have surgery, finding the best scar care products is essential. Over the course of my medical transition, I have used many different skin cand scar care products. I thought it might be helpful to compile a blog sharing my favorite products, and the best ways I have found to use them.
I absolutely love making videos. Blogging and vlogging is not only my business but also one of my top mental wellness tools. I love the cathartic process of sharing my ideas, and the warm connection I get from my highly engaged community. If you are tempted to start vlogging, this blog will guide you through all the essential vlogging gear for beginners.
I love blogging and will often speak passionately on the benefits of blogging. A question I am often asked, by those new to blogging is, how do I start a blog? In this post, I will walk you through five easy steps to start a blog. And, I will also share my top blogging tips and tools to get you started on your own blogging journey.
One of the most common questions I am asked from transgender people starting their journey, is, “What can I do to pass as a man/woman?” I cringe at this question every time. Whilst I understand the desire to be seen correctly, I find the term ‘passing’ to be very problematic. In this blog, I want to discuss why the term passing is unhelpful. I also want to share how the term can be rephrased to help boost confidence in our gender identity.
Being transgender is not in itself a mental health condition. However, the experience of being transgender can cause many mental health complications, especially when gender dysphoria is untreated. In this blog I want to address some of the common misconceptions of gender dysphoria and mental health.
When I realized that I was transgender and that I needed to transition, seeing the long journey ahead was overwhelming. I couldn’t imagine reaching the end of that road, and yet here I am. I am at the top of that trans mountain, my medical transition is done. Now I look back on my gender transition journey with wonder and fondness. Though tough and often painful, it has been the most epic adventure of my life. As I am often asked about waiting times in the transition process, I thought it might be helpful to map out my entire gender transition, journey, from start to finish.
Many people don’t like mornings. Getting out of that comfy bed can feel like a chore. But, with a well-practiced morning routine, it is possible to start the day with a completely different mindset. If you want to transform your mornings and start your days off on a productive note, the Miracle Morning routine could be just what you are looking for! In this blog, I’ll share my personal take, on the Miracle Morning technique.
Gratitude is a powerful tool for good mental wellbeing. So, when I was tagged to take part in The Lockdown Silver Linings Tag, I was more than happy to oblige! We are living in one of the most worrying and uncertain times of our lives. By taking time out to find appreciation, for even the seemingly smallest thing in our lives, it can help to lift our spirits and take care of our mental wellbeing.
If you are someone who experiences anxiety, you will know how exhausting it is. Trying to carry on with everyday life, with your stomach in knots and your brain full of fog is incredibly challenging. Anxiety isn’t just in our minds either. For many people, anxiety brings with it many physical symptoms too. There are many things you can do to help manage anxiety. Read on for my top five natural remedies for anxiety.
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