sexual abuse

<p>Well I can&#8217;t quite believe it&#8217;s Easter Day and that this challenge is at it&#8217;s end. Firstly, a massive thank you to everyone who has contributed to this blog by sharing your story around mental health or wellbeing. You have been both courageous and generous with what you have shared  and a real blessing to [&hellip;]</p>

<p>Seeking help for our emotional wellbeing can be difficult. What good can it do anyway? It’s not as if it’s going to change anything. What’s done and all that…</p>

<p>&#8220;Is forgiveness as close to a panacea as one can get in counselling&#8221;?</p>

<p>I read a fantastic article on mental health first aid so have decided to share it today. I really love the points about genuinely listening and being slow to offer advice; we must not underestimate the power of simply being heard. </p>

<p>&#8220;Why are you wearing make up? Who are you trying to impress? Why are you running late if your train gets in at xyz.” This was my daily routine up until 4 years ago. </p>

<p>Day 8 of my 40 day challenge and I thought I&#8217;d check in and have a little think about the project so far.&nbsp; I do this from bed as I left work early feeling terrible; I think I have the bug my daughter had on the weekend.&nbsp; Looking at the challenge so far, it would [&hellip;]</p>