PinnedPublished inAbout Me StoriesAbout Me — Bonnie Evie Gifford (Read)Writer. Procrastinator. Mother. Geek.Jan 7, 20226Jan 7, 20226
Published inThe Road to WellnessWhat is comparison anxiety (and do I have it?)Nobody likes being compared to someone else and found wanting. But what happens when we feel anxious at the mere thought of comparison?Jul 1, 2022Jul 1, 2022
Published inModern WomenThe unexpected benefits of silence for ourselves and our relationshipsIs silence always a sign of avoidance or an unwillingness to express ourselves? Or can it play an important role in healthy relationships?Jun 24, 20221Jun 24, 20221
Published inThe Road to WellnessDear Therapists: Withholding Your Price Is Doing More Harm Than GoodWe’ve all heard the old adage: if you have to ask the price, you can’t afford it. But could this mindset combined with a reluctance to…Jun 17, 20221Jun 17, 20221
Published inThe Unexpected Autistic LifeAutistic and a picky eater? You could have ARFID…Hands up if you’ve ever been called a picky eater. For those of us on the autistic spectrum, ‘picky eating’ can be a sign of something more…Apr 29, 2022Apr 29, 2022
Published inThe Writing Experiment3 Reasons Why I Hate Getting Messages About Writing on Social MediaOpening your inbox to find messages about writing shouldn’t be causing this much anxiety…Apr 13, 2022Apr 13, 2022
Published inThe Road to WellnessIs This Burnout or Depression?Sometimes, it’s hard to tell the difference when you’re in the midst of feeling lowApr 1, 20221Apr 1, 20221
Published inThe Unexpected Autistic LifeWhat is autistic burnout?Is autistic burnout different from neurotypical burnout? We share the signs, symptoms, and what you can do if you’re heading towards…Mar 28, 20221Mar 28, 20221
8 life-affirming words we should utilise in our day-to-day livesDiscover eight life-affirming words and concepts to bring a little bit of positivity into your daily lifeFeb 10, 2022Feb 10, 2022
Published inNew Writers WelcomeFriendly PSA: Blue Monday isn’t realWe don’t need another self-care sales pitch — we need real, actionable help with our mental healthJan 17, 2022Jan 17, 2022