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10 things I learned about my mental health this year
It’s nearly the end of the year and as always I try to set some time aside to reflect back on the year. Here are ten insights, thoughts and discoveries about my mood and mental health this year.
Gratitude not just for the happy people + my free gratitude jar printables!
Everyone’s heard about gratitude by now, but this post is for those who haven’t tried it yet or want to get back into it. It’s really not just for those who are already happy! Plus, you can sign up for my free gratitude jar printables!
How to cope with Christmas when you’re not feeling merry and bright
The songs say it’s the most wonderful time of the year. But what if you disagree and actually feel the opposite about it? How can you best navigate your way through the holidays when you’ve been feeling low?
12 questions to ask yourself if you’re feeling the winter blues
What might be contributing to low mood during the winter months, not in general but specifically for you? Here are some questions for you to find out.
Food and mental health – can diet really change your mood? Your experiences
Again and again I’m witnessing just how much of an impact diet can have on your mood. In this post I’m sharing experiences- of my own, of my clients, and of members in my online community.
How to beat depression – start by believing that you deserve to be well
There is so much you can do to overcome depression, yet the very first thing is this: believing that you deserve to be well and happy.
Morning routines – why they’re important and how to start from scratch
If you want to have a more balanced day and cope better with the daily stressors in your life, look at how you start your day. Creating some kind of morning routine for yourself can bring in more calm, joy and intention to your day. Here are ideas on how to start from scratch, taking symptoms of depression into consideration!
The minefield of Valentine’s Day – whether you’re single or not
Valentine’s Day. Such a tricky day for many of us, for many different reasons. Whether you’re single or not, or struggling with your mood and mental health or not, Valentine’s Day can be difficult. Here’s why it generally upsets us and ideas on how to best navigate throughout the day.
What is functional medicine and how can it help with depression?
Have you heard of the term functional medicine but you’re not quite sure what it means? This post will give you an introduction to it, and explain why this approach might be so helpful for depression
12 tips to improve the quality of your sleep
So many of us struggle with poor sleep, particularly if your mental health isn’t great. Here are my top 12 tips to help improve the quality of your sleep.
Social connections for your mental health – why we must prioritise them
In our busy lives it’s all too easy to neglect friendships, family and community. In the real world, not just online. And yet, from personal and professional experience I know all too well just how important social connections are for our mental health. This post is a bit of a love letter for them.
Blood sugar imbalances and poor mental health: the incredible link
If you are struggling with symptoms of depression and/or anxiety, but you haven’t yet heard about blood sugar balance, then please read this post. Looking at the sugar in your diet and how your body reacts to it so critical for your mood and mental health. The connection is so strong it’s almost hard to believe!
Approaching the new year when you’re feeling low and down
When a new year begins, a lot of us feel the pressure to make this “the best year yet”. But if this pressure of new shiny goals is bringing you down, how can you best approach the new year in a more gentle and sustainable way?
10 things I learned about my mental health this year
It’s nearly the end of the year and as always I try to set some time aside to reflect back on the year. Here are ten insights, thoughts and discoveries about my mood and mental health this year.
Welcome to the blog
I’m Claudia Smith, a qualified nutritional therapist, functional medicine practitioner and coach specialising in depression. This is where I share my thoughts and advice on natural and holistic approaches to overcoming depression.
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