Why advocating for ourselves is so important
Self-advocacy is a key factor in wellness and empowerment. But what does it actually mean and why is it so important?
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How do we break down the stigma of mental health?
Mental health seems to have a negative connotation historically, but it’s important for us to understand what mental health actually is.
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Alternative ways to observe the holidays & make your own traditions
Whether it’s Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, or some other public holiday, traditions can be a wonderful thing. But what if there’s something about the occasion that leaves you feeling left out in the cold?
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10 cool biology facts to help you love your body
With all the social and cultural focus on what our bodies should look like, it’s easy to forget just what a biological marvel they are. Here are a few fun facts that might help you appreciate just how amazing your body is, and why it deserves love and respect no matter what its condition.
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The importance of body positivity in young children
It is tempting to defer big or important conversations with children until they get a little older, for fear that they are too young. Whether we feel they will be unable to understand the concept, or we worry that the emotional impact might be detrimental to them.
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The science of why playing is good for adults
We all know that playtime is important for children. It is a vital part of early development and improves creativity, social skills, language, and imagination in young brains. But what about playing as an adult – is it still important?
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5 pillars of wellbeing and mental health
Research carried out by the New Economics Foundation (NEF) found that there are five core pillars to supporting our wellbeing and mental health – these are known as the Five Ways to Wellbeing.
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The benefits of nature for mental health
We are often told that getting back to nature is good for us. But why actually is that? It’s so important to understand just what an impact the most basic physical factors can have on our wellbeing. Factors like daylight, fresh air, and movement.
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Why filtering ourselves online is bad for wellbeing
We are all familiar with the concept of social media vs reality—bright shiny filters applied to our faces and lives to make them look glossier than they really are. But do we take things a step further?
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Break That Mould 