In the beginning all routes have the potential to stir up the wonderful running relationship between yourself and your body: that is the magic of running.
Running with Bipolar: go your own way
Tag: Bipolar Disorder
Running with Bipolar: the first step is the boldest
Part 1: So you want to run with your bipolar disorder? Some tips for taking that first bold step.
Five life areas to keep in mind
Whilst I was thinking about what I've done these past four weeks or more, five areas in my life that I'm keeping close to my heart, mind, body and soul became apparent, and I simply wanted to share them with you.
Fierce Bright Star
What I understood about my journey to diagnosis and beyond, after running 1800 miles across the UK, came out (unexpectedly, I must add) in the form of a poem. I meant to say this poem during my TEDx Holyhead talk in April, but I was too nervous and overly worried that I'd stumble over my own…
haiku ii
passing the long day
What I wish my illness could do in my absence
Go for a run in the hills Climb a mountain Watch the sunrise from a hilltop Smell the wild flowers Camp under the stars Take a shower & wash my hair Brush my teeth Write a story Illustrate my thoughts & ideas Listen to music, sing & dance Do yoga Meditate Call somebody Step outside…
haiku
breathing empty sighs
So how often should I blog about my mental illness?
I tried to objectively ask myself this question, but I don't think I could be honest with myself, not even in a whisper, perhaps because I am inherently biased. If I were to alter the question to—How often should I write about mental illnesses?—would the answer be different? If you're like me, blogging is a cathartic process,…
In this Skin
When things start to make sense, be sure to make a note! #UKRunChat #iRunWales #YouVsTheYear #mentalhealth
Our Life’s Purpose
World Mental Health Day 2016 My thoughts on the effectiveness of day-specific awareness days flickers like a seismograph machine needle at a time of intense activity. I simply cannot make up my mind, so let me share some thoughts to see if sharing can help. I awoke with a little bit of dread this morning. Today, in…
