Where I’ve been: mental health & chronic pain

Photo by Ugur Tandogan on Pexels.com Last week was horrific for me. I was in a lot of pain in my joints; I could barely function. I had to use my energy sparingly to ensure I could get the most important tasks done. Photo by Ron Lach on Pexels.com I am dealing with internalised ableism,…

Implementing small, healthy habits

Photo by Engin Akyurt on Pexels.com I haven't been doing well as of late. I've been dealing with pains, fatigue, and other unpleasant symptoms from my chronic illnesses. After some thought, I have concluded that I need to help myself. Here are the ideas that I'm entertaining. Photo by Felipe Borges on Pexels.com Reintroducing yoga…

Goals, dreams, & aspirations

Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com I have been thinking about my life and what I want to make of it. After some journaling sessions, I've noticed that whatever goals I've wanted to pursue have been met with negativity, or I get met with being told I'm too old. I've concluded that people project their fears…

Journaling: insightful, but it can be painful

Photo by Los Muertos Crew on Pexels.com Journalling is one of my favourite self-development activities and one I highly recommend to anybody seeking insight from within, but it can reveal painful memories from your past. In my case, it brought back memories I had pushed to the back of my mind for decades. Photo by…

I can do better

Photo by Bas Masseus on Pexels.com I've been listening to more self-development podcasts and doing reflective journaling sessions.  I've since realised that I can do better in completing the goals I set for myself.  Photo by Kerde Severin on Pexels.com My screen time is still too high for my liking, which I am keeping an eye…