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Mental Health Support – Age Gap For Teens
It is often reported that teens are experiencing higher rates of anxiety and mental health issues, and general public opinion agrees: the system is failing our younger generation (according to recent news reports). While children under 16 can access CAMHS through a referral, what happens when you fall into that difficult 16-to-18 bracket? You are…
Monthly Health Lifestyle Update September(Google Fit)
While I love my Apple Watch and I use it daily for monitoring activity, it doesn’t help me judge workout intensity. To fill this gap, I downloaded the Google Fit app and have found it genuinely useful. Heart Points System: While both apps track steps, distance, and move minutes, Google Fit uniquely awards points based…
Monthly Health Lifestyle Update August (Calorie Counter – NutraCheck)
After a few months of struggling with energy, I managed to return to my daily…
Monthly Health Lifestyle Update July
For those of you who follow my monthly lifestyle updates, I’ll be honest, this past…
Monthly Health Lifestyle Update
I returned from a cruise in early May and I wondered how difficult it would…
18 Months Into a Healthier Lifestyle
Nearly eighteen months into my new health and fitness routine, I still find it slightly…
Vertigo – Update 2026
Back in 2024 and early 2025, I shared some of my experiences with vertigo (the…
April 26 Weight Loss Update – “Building a Lifestyle That Lasts”
When I started this journey back in January 2025, I had no idea I’d be…
Volunteering as a Guardian for OurJay Foundation – Update March 2026
In January and February, I shared some stories about my volunteer work as a guardian…
Weight Loss Journey Part XIV – March 26
February was a challenging month. Calorie counting may be a habit now, but it never…
Where’s my nearest defibrillator?
Knowing where your nearest defibrillator is could one day save a life. Cardiac arrest can…
Volunteering as a Guardian for OurJay Foundation
The presence of a defibrillator can mean the difference between life and loss. They sit…
“OurJay Foundation” Defibrillator Awareness Drop-In
My hometown of Rugby has an amazing charity called OurJay Foundation. They provide defibrillators and…
Weight Loss Journey Part XIII – Feb 26
After an amazing Christmas, getting back into good routines wasn’t quite as easy as I…
CPR/Defibrillator Awareness/Info Drop-in (OurJay Foundation)
OurJay Foundation have announced this event on FaceBook: Valentine’s Day this year isn’t just about…
Volunteering – OurJay Foundation
Having volunteered for organisations in the past, I was looking for a new local opportunity.…
Weight Loss Journey Part XII – Jan 26
Surviving December was always going to take some planning. A difficult time of year to…
My Weight Loss Journey 2025 Accomplishments
When I began a diet in January 2025, my goal was always to lose five…
Modern Living And Impacts On Mental Health
I don’t usually comment on politics or world events on this blog, as that’s not…
Maintaining Weight Loss In December
Before the December party season kicked off, I carefully thought about how to maintain my…
Weight Loss Journey Part XI – Dec 25
Last month I reflected on the numerous benefits of my weight loss (here). In case…
Weight Loss Drawbacks!
Last month I explored the numerous benefits of weight loss (here). However, I noticed a…
Weight Loss Journey Part X (5 Stone Weight Loss Benefits! – Nov 25)
It was a good start to the month when I lost 3 pounds at my…
“Between You And Me” – Fave Food
What is your favorite food? Chinese food is an easy answer for me. From a…
My Weight Loss Journey Part IX (October 2025 update)
The last month has been quite slow with weight loss, and I only managed to…
Mindset Changes For Weight Loss
After nine months of attempting to lose weight and live a healthier lifestyle, these are…
My Weight Loss Journey Part VIII (Sep 2025 update)
A shorter update this month and a mixed bag of results. I lost some 4…
My Weight Loss Journey Part VII (Aug 2025)
I started the past month on holiday. There were plenty of opportunities for treats, but…
My Weight Loss Journey Part VI (July 2025)
I started the month with a purchase of some new scales. Our scales weren’t bad…
Review of Bluetooth Weighing Scales: Features & Setup Tips
I’m a huge fan of technology and anything that makes life easier. Recently, I bought…
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