Joseph H-J

#depression Happy Easter One and All!

A very happy Easter to you and I hope like me you are able to enjoy a day full of love, laughter and happiness. I am lucky to be in the bosom of my family with my two girls playing with their Auntie and Nana while a lovely lunch is being prepared. So I wouldContinueContinue reading “#depression Happy Easter One and All!”

#depression Self-Esteem

Ok so we all know that we hold thoughts and beliefs about ourselves and how we fit into the world around us. Some of these thoughts will be positive and some negative. I know from my experience that these positive and negative thoughts can change over time. Events can happen that make us question ourselvesContinueContinue reading “#depression Self-Esteem”

#depression Sunny mornings, good breakfasts and friends

There are times in life for everyone that give them peace and tranquility. One such times for me is a relaxed sunny morning full of promise for the day. A good breakfast of fruit juice, coffee, croissant and cereals. Shared with friends and family. Idle chatter and the buoyancy of life lifting my spirits. ShowingContinueContinue reading “#depression Sunny mornings, good breakfasts and friends”

#depression First visit to a professional

Well after a bit of a wait I have finally been for the first session with a counsellor. Now before I sound like I am made of money, would be nice but not true, these sessions are private and paid for by the company I work for. I am lucky and I know this. SoContinueContinue reading “#depression First visit to a professional”

#depression Release the real potential in you

Do you dream or imagine what you might be if only you could break free of your inhibitions ? I know I do. I can clearly view the me trapped inside. Held back by my innate fears. So what are these invisible shackles? When I think of those rusty old chains that challenge me, restrictingContinueContinue reading “#depression Release the real potential in you”

#depression Inspiration – Body for Life Challenge

One of the key areas I have found that helps with feeling more in control and subsequently being happier is fitness. Going and doing exercise helps in many ways. This includes the release of endorphines, sense of achievement, more positive self-esteem, all round health and sense of control. A fair few years ago now IContinueContinue reading “#depression Inspiration – Body for Life Challenge”