World Suicide Prevention Day is coming soon and here in New, Becky tells the story of her mum’s suicide and what she learned from the tragedy. Becky talks with love, warmth and humour in an ode to her mum and a lesson to us all in the importance of communication and honesty.
Read MoreIn Take a Break this week I write about the life changing power of walking in the countryside - something I try and do every day and believe to be nature’s greatest medicine. Huge thanks to the team at Merrel and mental health charity MIND for the interesting statistics and expert comment. And to Cath, for her inspiring road to freedom!
Read MoreWhat an inspiring and heroic woman Katie is. Born with a heart block, Katie had her first pacemaker fitted when she was four years old. It meant that there were some things she couldn’t do as a child but she would not be held back, earning a black belt in kickboxing alongside her four sisters. At 14, Katie knew she wanted to devote her life to other people’s hearts. She is now a cardiac physiologist. Paying forward the gift of life - I love her! Out now in New.
Read MoreThis beauty has not only lost weight but also got her Type 1 diabetes under control, as well as her BMI, blood pressure and cholesterol. Louise is a shining example of the incredible impact of losing weight and gaining the freedom to enjoy life. She radiates gratefulness, positive vibes, abundant energy and kindness. Which makes her a perfect fit for Top Sante - out now!
Read MoreContinuing my coverage of the happiest simple pleasures born of lockdown, here’s a collective of legends who have taken part in a national campaign to take out the bins wearing ballgowns. The idea started in Cornwall but now, thousands of people are taking part across the country every bin day. I’m loving the little community minded ideas born of lockdown. The team donated their fee for this story to the Covid 19 Response Fund.
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