What It’s Like Staying in a Crisis House
This year, I stayed in a crisis house run by the charity Mind on two occasions - at the end of January/start of February and again in June. I was referred by the crisis team, the first time because my parents were going away and the…
'Bad’ Thoughts Do Not Mean You Are a Bad Person: The Research Article That Changed My Life as Someone with OCD
I want to tell you about a research article that completely changed my life as someone with OCD who experiences horrific, taboo intrusive thoughts. Someone recommended it to me in a support group run by Molly Lambert and…
How to Manage a Mental Health Relapse
Experiencing a mental health relapse is hard. Recovery is long, difficult and not a straight line. It can bring up all sorts of emotions - guilt, shame, fear, anxiety, sadness. And questions, like what to do when you notice you…
How To Respond To Intrusive Thoughts: A 7-Step Guide
Intrusive thoughts are unwanted thoughts that pop into our minds and make us feel distressed, upset or uncomfortable. The nature of these vary, but they can be violent, distressing, or a recurring fear that you might say or do something…
Christmas Reminders and Mental Health Support
Happy Christmas Eve Eve!
Christmas can be magical, fun and full of joy, but it can also be overwhelming and difficult. Here are some reminders for anyone who needs them…