Remember that duvet cover from the 80s with the sad clown? That clown was Pierrot. He might have made people laugh but, inside, he was hiding a terrible pain. A pain caused by his unrequited love for Columbine, who, as far as I can tell, had the hots for Harlequin. Pierrot wasn’t really born in … Continue reading It REALLY couldn’t happen to a nicer…Comedian
Who do we have in power? A snake in the grass or an untrained Rottweiler?
As published on Huffington Post, featuring interviews with Dr Kevin Dutton and Dr Clare Hart. We’re all experts when it comes to diagnosing Trump. Twitter confidently informs us that he is a ‘psychopath’, a ‘narcissist’, ‘schizophrenic’ and possibly suffering from ‘Alzheimer’s’. Seeing as everyone else is at it, I’m going to jump on the psychology … Continue reading Who do we have in power? A snake in the grass or an untrained Rottweiler?
Review: Each Piece, Live Theatre
Presented by Northumbria University in association with Live Theatre Starring: Chris Connel, Laura Norton, Peter Peverly, Helen Embleton and Jess Johnson Directed by: Steve Gilroy A neighbour sometimes came to our door and he would forget what he knocked for. He often wandered the street forgetting where he was supposed to be going, looking confused … Continue reading Review: Each Piece, Live Theatre
Celebrities speaking out can make a real difference in mental health
As published in the i Newspaper - 21st January 2017 When people speak out about cancer or heart disease following news of a celebrity’s struggle with the conditions, we don’t accuse them of trying to make the illnesses “trendy”. However, those who speak out about mental health are sometimes criticised for that very reason, as … Continue reading Celebrities speaking out can make a real difference in mental health
REVIEW: We’re all mad here by Claire Eastham
Claire Eastham - award-winning blogger with a great vintage wardrobe and a brilliant way with words. She's been in the press, spoken at events and even shared a mid-morning chat with Phil and Holly that was broadcast live to the nation. Hard to imagine she struggles with social anxiety disorder... This book shows just how … Continue reading REVIEW: We’re all mad here by Claire Eastham
Review: Sober Stick Figure by Amber Tozer
I read this book in like three days or something. I couldn't put it down. I love memoir, and I love books on mental health. But the ones that can make you laugh too - well they become instantly more relate able. And Amber Tozer is definitely relate able. I don't have an addiction, but … Continue reading Review: Sober Stick Figure by Amber Tozer
It REALLY couldn’t happen to a nicer….public speaker
My first Standard Issue piece for 2017 - an interview with the fabulous Shea Wong! Secret Santa once bought me a copy of Bridget Jones’s Diary. I had already read it, seen the film and – hence the gift – worn the T-shirt. I think one of my colleagues was trying to tell me, the … Continue reading It REALLY couldn’t happen to a nicer….public speaker
2016 review with a glass half full
Positive thinking for 2017.... Looking back on 2016 with a glass half full 1. It has been confirmed that my intellect and political experience exceeds the minimum required for the role of president 2. I learnt that I was able to feel compassion for David Cameron. In 2016, he should have remained. 3. The most … Continue reading 2016 review with a glass half full
Mindful resolutions
I just saw an article shared by Kay Sheldon on Twitter from the Telegraph - Knitting, crocheting and jam-making improve mental health, study finds and it got me thinking about mindfulness. I'm certainly not an advocate of 'go for a walk and get over it' and I don't believe Kay Sheldon is either, but there … Continue reading Mindful resolutions
REVIEW: Reasons to stay alive by Matt Haig
This is one of those books that makes you want to read every line aloud to your poor husband who is trying to watch the UFC. Because there's something on almost every page that leaps out and touches you. Thing is, every time you interrupt said husband with a Matt Haig quote he can't help … Continue reading REVIEW: Reasons to stay alive by Matt Haig
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