On Saturday I participated in my first convention panel on Mental Health in Speculative fiction at Continuum 14. Contintuum focuses on science fiction and fantasy and is a convention that unites artists, writers, readers and fans of the genre. … Continue Reading
Stories
Meditation, exercise and e-books: How Alexandra Beat Depression
Alexandra is author of 4 best-selling books, has developed a unique programme ‘The Beat Depression Programme’ and makes regular appearances on … Continue Reading
Education, meditation, mindfulness and CBT – How Martin Beat Depression
Today we interview Martin from Australia. Martin has beat depression and runs an excellent website called Too Depressed, devoted to helping … Continue Reading
Ways to Beat Depression
Using Ambient Noise to Calm Anxiety and Depression
When I was deep in depression an overactive mind at night used to haunt me at night. I fretted constantly about the dread of tomorrow or all the … Continue Reading
How switching off can help your mental health
I am writing this out of a twisted form of serendipity. My smartphone has a defective screen, a pink vertical line going down its right side. … Continue Reading
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Book Review: Back From The Brink
If you're depressed, sometimes it feels like you're the only one going through it. Reading books about other peoples' experiences with depression is a fantastic way to know you're not alone, and get some good tips … Continue Reading
How Writing Beats Depression
A little musing today. I was reflecting that depression often causes problems of expression. Pent up feelings and thoughts just don't know how to get out into the world. I remember working with a homeless man with a … Continue Reading
How Travel Beats Depression
Two years ago my wife and I made a decision to save a substantial amount and in lieu of a conventional mortgage down payment, opted for an action packed two year odyssey overseas. For me this was a bold decision. … Continue Reading