Norma’s story
Norma’s story My covid story is one of isolation, but also of hope. Before the pandemic, I spent a lot of time with my grandchildren and kept busy with gardening,
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Peter’s story I always like a laugh. I’m a happy go lucky guy. When I had my knee replacement operation just before lockdown, I remember joking with the nurse who
... continue reading.Kim’s story
Kim’s story I started off on the streets where I was begging for money and food after being thrown out of my house I had at the time. I was
... continue reading.Broken, a poem by Grant Pearson
Broken, a poem by Grant Pearson When I am broken and in need I feel the ground is swallowing me My hands are hanging so sorrowfully Penumbra come shine a
... continue reading.Nicole’s story
Hiya! I’m glad you are taking an interest in mental health recovery. I was diagnosed bi-polar type 1 in 2001, during another hospital admission. Life has been very hard on
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I try to manage my voices the best way I can My support worker has supported me to share my recovery journey and how far I have come, to try
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Learning to like yourself takes time I wanted to send you a little update to let you know how I’ve been doing lately. The last few weeks have had their
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There comes a point when you reach a turning point There comes a point in your life when you reach a turning point, where you have to either give in
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Blair’s story So, I’ve decided to speak up and challenge the stigma surrounding mental health to make change not only for myself but hopefully for others. I’ve spent a number
... continue reading.Ross’s story
How hillwalking has helped Ross on his recovery journey In August 2017 I had reached the lowest point of my life, I was going through a period of severe depression.
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