Mental Health • Autism • University • Animals
I want to talk about battling Anorexia whilst at University. Initially, it was something I wanted to keep hidden from those around me. But then I figured it was pointless (and ridiculous) attempting to shy away from a huge aspect of my life. I'm no longer ashamed or embarrassed of the things I am going… Continue reading Anorexia and University – Studying and recovering
28/07/2018 Arriving into Oldham at roughly 10:30am, I was eager to get stuck in to what was bound to be another wonderful, smile broadening day. I habitually inform Cindy of my "best day EVER!" whenever I have spent the day volunteering at the farm due to the enjoyment I gain from being there, surrounded with… Continue reading Summer volunteering at the farm!
14-07-2018 Waking up at 6am, I was stoked for what was set to be another fun filled day at the farm. Though, I wasn't due to set off for a couple of hours afterwards! I never have been one for lying in... It wasn't long until I was up, washed and dressed for the day.… Continue reading Saturday farm day
In January 2017 I apprehensively (yet also excitedly) got in touch with Little Owl Farm regarding volunteering after a Google search lead me to their wonderful Facebook page where I proceeded to spend lengths of time scrolling through animal photos and thrilling visitor reviews. I saw only happy, satisfied visitors reflecting upon their enjoyable and… Continue reading Finding Little Owl Farm, and happiness!
Mary-Jane and Poppy are just two of the gorgeous residents happily living at Little Owl Farm in Oldham, Greater Manchester. I know for a fact they’d love to meet you! Their cheeky, loving personalities and gentle souls are enough to broaden a smile onto anybody's face. Especially mine, The Goat Girls’ - best nickname EVER!… Continue reading Pygmy facts with the Pygmies!
Managing education and mental health simultaneously can prove to be excruciatingly difficult at times, though, not impossible. Like with anything, the most important thing is to take it day by day. One step at a time.Fortunately, teachers and universities are becoming more aware of student mental health, they're more understanding and willing to make adaptations… Continue reading Uni and mental health – managing education and wellbeing
