Driving into the great city of Manchester on a Saturday morning taking my Son, Brandon, to Wing Chun. I had deliberated for months about telling my children about my “dark” secret. Saturday’s were a routine we’d had for a few months, Brandon chose to study and train in martial arts. This was great for me […]
Breaking the Cycle of Self Destruction
My aim for myself this year has become a simple mantra “to be the fittest and healthiest I can be physically and mentally” The Cycle I’ve had breakdowns before. That’s multiple. Considering the definition of insanity, you see that I’ve not been completely sane over the past decade or so. I can say that about […]
Thank You For Climbing A Mountain For Us
I haven’t blogged for a while and have chosen this platform to say thank you to some amazing people. Just Got Back We’re just back from a weekend that I’ll remember for the rest of my life. One that I’m only just beginning to come to terms with. I joined a team of friends to […]
5 Public Speaking Tips To Overcome Anxiety
I’m Not a Professional Speaker, Yet. Let me make this abundantly clear. I’m not a professional speaker, so I’m certainly not trying to sell anything here except maybe the idea that talking is great therapy. I used to consider myself an introvert. I don’t like the attention and, like many introverts often worried what people […]
What is Depression Like ?
Talking Openly About Mental Health I’m comfortable talking openly about my battle with mental health but it’s not always been that way. At first, I didn’t accept it and when I eventually did, I couldn’t describe it. I know that there are lots of others who feel the same way. Some, including myself at times, […]