Free To Be Me: Blogs

Here I share thoughts and guidance on grief, loss and the journey of healing. Whether you’re coping with bereavement, suicide loss or struggling to find hope again, these posts offer understanding and gentle support as you begin to rebuild life in your own way.


 

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Spotlight on Social Anxiety

Do you know what social anxiety is and would you recognise the symptoms?  more  

Spotlight on Self Esteem

What is self-esteem? Why does it matter? How can I improve it?  more  

What do you need to know about stress?

What does stress feel like? Do you know signs, symptoms and how to manage it?  more  

Grief after loss by suicide

Losing a loved one to suicide can be very traumatic, so much so that even starting to grief could feel out of reach. Where do you start with this?  more  

Grief after sudden loss

Grief is tough in any circumstance but how do you process a sudden, unexpected loss?  more  

Grief after terminal illness

Knowing a loved one is terminally ill can trigger anticipatory grief and a number of life changes that can feel very overwhelming.   more  

What does good Mental Health look like?

Mental health is subjective and unique to individuals but what does good mental health look like and how can you achieve it?  more  

Spotlight on Anxiety

Anxiety is something that can affect anyone but what is it, how does it impact and what can you do to manage it?  more