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A Social Media Ban Is Not Enough: The Conversations We Need to Be Having With Children

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A social media ban for under-16s may be a positive step, but it is not a complete solution.

Long before smartphones existed, children were exposed to unhealthy ideas, behaviours and influences. What has changed is the speed, accessibility and reach of those influences. Today, young people can encounter harmful content at any time of day or night, often without the support they need to make sense of it.

If we truly want to protect children, education must sit alongside legislation. We need to create a world where young people feel safe asking questions, talking about what they have seen online and seeking help without fear of judgement or shame.

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Out of Paper: Finding Calm in Creative Connection

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One of the questions I return to again and again on my healing journey is this: where do we find moments of quiet when our minds feel busy, anxious, or overwhelmed?
For me, the answer is often creativity — especially when it is slow, tactile, and shared with others. This is why I am such a believer in art-for-wellbeing programmes, and why I want to share a recent experience that stayed with me long after I left the room.

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Choosing a Quiet Christmas: Self-Care, Boundaries, and Love

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Christmas can come with a lot of expectation — tradition, obligation, and the pressure to show up in ways we always have. This year, I reflect on the quiet decision to prioritise rest, partnership, and self-care, and why choosing a slower Christmas can be an act of healing rather than withdrawal. A gentle piece about boundaries, love, and giving yourself permission to choose what you truly need.

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Ease tight, shallow breathing with EFT tapping. Gentle step-by-step technique to support asthma, post-COVID recovery, and stress relief.

EFT Tapping for Constricted Breathing: How to Breathe Easier with This Simple Technique

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When your breath feels tight, shallow, or restricted—whether from stress, asthma, or post-COVID recovery—life can feel harder than it should. This simple EFT Tapping technique helps you release tension, calm your body, and gently open your breath again. Try it anytime you need to feel lighter, calmer, and more at ease.

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