Christmas can stir up a thousand emotions — gratitude, joy, nostalgia — but also deep sorrow for what has changed. If this Christmas feels quieter, heavier, or lonelier, or if you find Christmas hard when grieving, please know this: you’re not alone. I understand, I’ve been there, too. I remember my first Christmas without my […]
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A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to participate in the Flower Power event. This enjoyable family event took place at the Weald and Downland Living Museum in West Sussex (UK). They invited the literacy community Words Out Loud, which are based near the museum, and who invited submissions for the event. For this
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The Ultimate Guide to Survive Hospital Stays 11 tips on how not to lose your sanity during hospital stay It’s been three months now since I got back from hospital. I was taken to hospital after a van hit me whilst crossing the road. I had almost made it safely to the other pavement when suddenly
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Recovering from a traumatic event is a long process that often involves both mental and physical recovery. On your path to recovery, you may often worry that events in life might not just be taking a toll on yourself but also on those around you. You may start to feel like a burden. How
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During my recovery, I realised how little patience I have with myself. I have to honestly admit that hearing that I need to ‘take it day by day, step by step’ from all angles was an annoyance after a while. And yet, patience continues to play a critical role in my recovery. Why is this
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