The 5 Ways to Wellbeing is a campaign to raise awareness about simple strategies everyone can adopt for improving our overall mental health. Over the next few months, Helping You Sparkle™ is working alongside the Public Health team at Milton Keynes Council, focusing on and promoting the benefits of each of the following topics: Connect BeContinue reading “5 Ways to Wellbeing – Give”
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The Elephant’s Rope: what’s holding you back?
A man was passing by a group of elephants when he noticed they were being held by nothing more than a small rope tied to their front leg. At anytime the elephants could break away but for some reason, they didn’t. He saw a trainer nearby and asked why these animals just stood there, making no attempt to get away.Continue reading “The Elephant’s Rope: what’s holding you back?”
What is anxiety? (and what helps)
This article was written before the coronavirus outbreak. An article specific to COVID and anxiety is here. In 2013, there were 8.2 million cases of anxiety in the U.K. In England women are almost twice as likely to be diagnosed with anxiety disorders as men. (Source: MHFA) But what is it and what can we doContinue reading “What is anxiety? (and what helps)”
Workshops and Events
Did you know according to Time to Change, 95% of people feeling sick with stress, will phone in sick with another reason (like headaches or stomach upsets)? For training on mental health awareness, get in touch. This page includes training and events I offer. Book a Speaker If you’re hosting an event and would like meContinue reading “Workshops and Events”
About this Service
PLEASE NOTE: My counselling waiting list is currently at capacity and I am not taking any new clients at this time. Events – including workshops and classes – are running as normal, and available online. You may also find details of how to access NHS counselling here. Thank you for visiting my website. I am a qualifiedContinue reading “About this Service”