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The Curse of Perfectionism: How to Overcome Creative Fear

26/2/2021

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So many talented people become frozen by the fear of their creations not being good enough. I hope this essay can help you overcome your self-doubt and discover the artist your heart knows that you are.

The world needs your art, now more than ever. 


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The Importance of Language: Should We Use ‘Autistic Person’ or ‘Person With Autism'?

8/2/2021

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As a support worker, I am trained to use person-first language when discussing autism, and to refer to clients as being a 'person with autism'. I have been forced to question this, and to consider whether the language we use is beneficial, or whether it could inadvertently be causing harm.
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The Reality of Suicide: We Must All Take Responsibility For Change

17/10/2019

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In the immediate aftermath of Robin Williams' death, I wrote this essay about how the rising epidemic of suicide will become a plague of biblical proportions, unless we, as people, take responsibility for changing our society.


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Loving Someone With Depression

10/10/2019

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There is so much advice out there for people who suffer from depression, but so little support for the loved ones of people with mental illness. This essay was written to help them. If someone you know is struggling, please have a read.
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Five Reasons Why Counselling Will Help You

10/10/2019

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When people are struggling, they are often advised to seek counselling. If you have never done so before, it can be scary to think of opening up to a stranger. This essay explains why it will help you to do so.
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To Anyone Thinking of Suicide

10/10/2019

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This open letter was written for a wonderful book called 'The Recovery Letters,' written by people who have suffered with mental illness to those who are suffering. It was an honour to contribute towards it, and it is highly recommended for anyone who struggles with mental illness. 


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The Damage of Domestic Violence

10/10/2019

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Outsiders looking in wonder why victims stay with their abuser, why they don’t walk away after the first time. They stay because the emotional violence inflicted removes hope. The abuser convinces you that nobody else would want you, and that you cannot survive on your own.


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How To Support Someone Who Self-Harms

10/10/2019

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It's so difficult when you realise someone you care about self-harms. Here is some advice on how best to support them.


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Helping Your Partner Talk About Their Past

10/10/2019

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'The Big Talk' doesn’t happen in reality. You may think you are going to have it, but you won’t. If somebody is so guarded, so vulnerable, they aren’t going to tell you everything at once, not if there is a risk of losing you.


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