Tag: anxiety

Choosing to be child-free and why you don’t need to have everything figured out in your thirties

Choosing to be child-free and why you don’t need to have everything figured out in your thirties

I’ve never wanted a mortgage, marriage or kids and I’ve never cared for climbing a corporate ladder. Often the thoughts of these things make me feel sick rather than fill me with joy like they do for so many others.  There was a time when 

A comprehensive list of awesome books that will change your life

A comprehensive list of awesome books that will change your life

I love educational and self help books. I think they can be used as an incredible tool to develop yourself. I know many people think they boring or full of positive affirmations about hugging trees, but I reckon those people simply haven’t found the right book yet.

How to manage anxiety and nine tools to help you

How to manage anxiety and nine tools to help you

I recently shared a post on Instagram about how I’ve struggled with anxiety and it got more likes and comments than anything I’ve ever posted. After sharing this, close friends and even strangers told me they’ve been struggling too. Do you know what’s ironic? I 

The impacts of social media on mental health

The impacts of social media on mental health

Does it help or hinder us? Do mindfulness apps do anything? Is it raising awareness, or just giving us major FOMO? I explore these topics and speak with Psychologist and Founder of My Colourful Mind Movement, Brianna Thomas.

12 things to remember to ease that damn pandemic anxiety

12 things to remember to ease that damn pandemic anxiety

When the pandemic hit in 2020, I returned to Australia and left behind a life I was completely in love with in Ireland. Since then, my emotions, mood and energy have been up and down. Moments of joy and gratefulness quickly turn to moments of