As mentioned previously, I had an operation on my knee and was signed “off work” for 6 weeks to recover and enable my knee to heal properly. It’s just over 3 weeks and the bills are coming in, so I took the decision to start delivering parcels again, against the advice of my surgeon –…
I was feeling pretty low earlier today and they always says exercise is good for your mood, so I decided I would venture out with the dogs. Due to having an operation on my knee 3 weeks ago, I have been pretty much idle and resting. Warm coat, dogs on leads, poobags and walking stick…
Today, following a group meeting, it made me reflect on what has actually changed and what progress I have made over the past 12 months. It’s my birthday next week so now is a good time to look back. This is a very personal account, but feel my story will help others in a similar…
I read with interest recently an article which confirmed which I had suspected known for a long time, that Juice Plus is nothing more than a multi-level-marketing scam. You see all these claims on Facebook by people who have lost weight, cured illnesses etc. etc., but in reality are just after parting you with your…
After a few days of depressive illness where I couldn’t see anyone or go out of the house, I woke up this morning with a positive attitude that Today’s The Day I shake myself off and at least get up and get one constructive thing done. To people without anxiety and depression, then that may…
I suffer from repeated anxiety and depression, so when I am having a good day I capitalise on it and try to get as much done as possible until I hit “burnout”. I finish my morning work, still feeling up beat and decide to spend the afternoon in the office working on overdue tasks when…
How many people do a job that can bring a smile to your face and you get to meet so many grateful people? Probably not many. Amongst my various job roles, I am a part time delivery driver (courier) for a major well known parcel firm. The work can be hard – sorting and carrying,…
Who am I? Born and lived in Lincolnshire all of my 40 something years, I have lived a very varied life and consider myself qualified on the University of Life. But.. I am honest and not afraid to get on my soapbox if something annoys me. I live alone with my two Staffordshire Bull Terriers…
Most people enjoy a night out, with friends, have fun, few drinks and think nothing of it. To a person that suffers from anxiety a night out causes so much stress and worry that you’d rather stay inside for risk of something happening, or upsetting someone, not fitting in. I don’t feel well, my stomach aches…
Imagine this.. You broke your leg and called an ambulance SIX months ago as you were in pain. Feeling frustrated, you walk to the A&E department – with your broken leg. They ask you loads of questions and tell you that due to a lack of funding, your leg cannot be fixed but you can…