Have you noticed that people are weirdly enthused about the Kon Mari method of de-cluttering? Maybe you yourself are a convert? I hate tidying. So I thought the Netflix series seemed vaguely absurd. But I was quickly drawn in. I read the book - just out of curiosity too. And I think I’ve started to … Continue reading Marie Kondo and Metacognitive Therapy: what life-changing magic do ‘spark joy’ and ‘leave it alone’ have in common?
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Perfectionism and Me
“What is your biggest flaw?” .. “Oh, well I am just SUCH a perfectionist!” Undeniably one of the most cliché and eye-roll inducing answers to this classic interview question, declaring yourself a perfectionist is often viewed as a humble brag. Most people think perfectionism is just admitting everything you do has to be just right, … Continue reading Perfectionism and Me
Ganja help me?
By Hannah Thurgur @HannahThurgur Medical cannabis was legalised almost a year ago in the UK, so why is there only a handful of prescribers? What are the barriers to prescribing it and what is being done to help medical professionals in this transition period? Cannabis is the drug derived from the cannabis plant and has a … Continue reading Ganja help me?
Mayday, Mayday: we’re heading for extinction. What are you going to do about it?
You know it is bad. You have read about the record-breaking heatwaves, wildfires and typhoons. Hurricane Dorian is yet another tragic reminder of our worsening weather systems, driven by climate change. You know the ice is melting and sea levels are rising. For years, you have been aware that species are going extinct – 200 … Continue reading Mayday, Mayday: we’re heading for extinction. What are you going to do about it?
What do giraffes and broccoli have to do with mental health research?
Originally published on DigiECR “Someone is monitoring me through my phone”. Is this a reasonable statement about modern life or a symptom of psychosis? Depending on the context, it could be either. In the age of smart egg trays, wifi enabled toasters and global surveillance, it is perhaps not unreasonable to imagine that at least … Continue reading What do giraffes and broccoli have to do with mental health research?
Why a good night’s sleep is important no matter our age
Although the British summer is back to rain clouds and gale-force winds, there are still plenty of other reasons to find yourself struggling with sleep. Work, money worries, British politics, or the thought of an existence without cauliflower cheese (https://www.theguardian.com/food/2019/aug/12/cauliflower-shortage-uk-extreme-weather). Regardless of the reason, sleep is a fundamental need for all. Even bees struggle if … Continue reading Why a good night’s sleep is important no matter our age
Fighting climate change… in the lab
The urgency of the climate crisis situation has reached its peak in the last few months, with the likes of Extinction Rebellion, Greta Thunberg and David Attenborough emphasising the importance of saving our planet for future generations. Many industries and companies have reacted and responded accordingly, introducing sustainable practices and policies to cut down on … Continue reading Fighting climate change… in the lab
A reluctant violin student
Aged 12, I was a reluctant violin student. So great was my frustration with the instrument that I used to frequently picture throwing the violin against the wall and watching as the wood twisted and splintered into an unrecognisable mess. Despite the frequency and vividness of this mental image, I never acted on the thought. … Continue reading A reluctant violin student
“It is what it is”
You may have noticed that since Monday 3rd June, 2019 between the hours of 9pm and 10pm Sunday – Friday, the world seems a strangely quiet place. The answer to this lies in ITV2’s summer scheduling which importantly includes the return of love island. For those of you unfamiliar with the show, the premise is … Continue reading “It is what it is”
‘En-doh-mee-tree-oh-sis’. En-do-mee-tree-what???
This article discusses endometriosis, periods and menstrual health. Following the success of the University of Manchester’s collection for menstrual products for Emmeline’s Pantry during the International Women’s Day events, we got thinking about the wider issues associated with menstruation. There is increasing awareness of periods and some incredible work is underway to end period poverty … Continue reading ‘En-doh-mee-tree-oh-sis’. En-do-mee-tree-what???
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