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Me, myself and my Anxiety.

5 ways to help take your mind off of crippling anxiety. Remember to breathe. I know that everyone says it but it really does work, try breathing in for four and out for four for a period of 5 minuets at a time. Anxiety attacks release a chemical called Adrenalin, which causes your heart to […]

21 June 2019

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Katie Mae Tyler

Well being

The Impact of Diet Culture.

What is the impact of diet culture on modern society and our ability to enjoy food? In light of Weight Watcher’s latest attempt to induct our children into weight-loss culture, I figured there was no time like the present to discuss the impact of toxic diet culture. As a society, we’re obsessed with looks. It’s […]

02 September 2019

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Chloe Faulkner

Lifestyle

Emetophobia and My Relationship with Food

Warning: You may find this post triggering if you suffer with emetophobia. I have emetophobia. If you’re not sure what that is, it’s the fear of vomiting and seeing others be sick. Now, before I hear you cry “but no one likes being sick!” let me inform you that it’s so much more than just […]

02 September 2019

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Amy Jackson

Well being

Managing IBS at University

IBS. It’s not a condition that we feel we can easily talk about. Yet 10-20% of people in the UK suffer from it. Let’s face it, us British folk can often get quite squeamish when it comes to talking about poo. Pardon the pun, but that’s a load of crap. With such a significant amount […]

11 October 2019

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Amy Jackson

Well being

Anxiety Essentials I Can’t Live Without

Over the years I’ve accumulated a number of anxiety essentials that I find useful or comforting during a panic attack. These range from things to help with the general symptoms I get to a few things that are useful for distracting me. Most of them I try and keep in my bag with me, or […]

12 October 2019

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Amy Jackson

Well being

My story of surviving mental illness at Uni

Hi! I’m Jo, the new Every Day Role Model for The Need to Live. Since you’ll be hearing fairly regularly from me from now on, you should probably get to know me. So what better way than laying my cards on the table? I thought I’d share with you the mental health struggle that is […]

10 November 2019

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Jo Kingsley

Well being

Why Medication Was the Best Decision I Ever Made

In June 2016, I reluctantly made the decision to start taking medication for my OCD. I’ve openly discussed it with my mental health related posts, but I haven’t actually talked about the reasons why I left it for so long. For today’s post, I’m going to talk a little more about it, along with how […]

02 December 2019

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Amy Jackson

Well being

Self Care TV: 5 Shows to Watch When You’re Feeling Like Crap

I struggle with self care. There’s a number of reasons why that is – finding the time is definitely the main one. I often feel guilty when it comes to taking some time out for myself. Mainly because I know there’s so many other things that I ought to be doing. One half of my […]

14 December 2019

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Amy Jackson

Entertainment

Festive Anxiety: 5 Tips to Manage Your Nerves During the Party Season

The party season can often put immense pressure on all of us. Whether you end up feeling overwhelmed with the amount of stuff you’ve got on, or you’re anxious about something in particular, festive anxiety is increasingly common. My OCD means I’m no stranger to anxiety during the party season, but mine mainly revolves around […]

19 December 2019

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Amy Jackson

Enterprise