We often see that famous statistic around – 1 in 4 of us will experience a mental health problem at some point in our lifetime (though I recently read an article that said that figure Read more…
When it comes to mental health we certainly are a nation with a stiff upper lip. I often hear from people that there isn’t any point in talking about it, what good will it do, Read more…
For some people, the day of Saint Valentine’s is one filled with love, romance, passion and joy, however for a lot of other people, such as myself and maybe you too, it is something we Read more…
Hey! At Spark, we know that trust is everything. Everything we do in our Peer Support Group is kept within the group, or the organisation. We’re super strict on that because we know that a Read more…
This week, our very own Chantelle Browne talks to us about what Yoga can do to help us through mental health struggles. PLEASE REMEMBER: BEFORE EMBARKING ON A NEW EXERCISE ROUTINE, FOLLOW ADVICE FROM Read more…
Taking care of yourself when you’re physically poorly too is tough – and this week, Sophia gives us some fantastic advice about how to get through! Trigger Warning: Please be aware, there is a brief Read more…
You desperately need some help, you’ve finally told someone and made the move to get it, but alas you get put on a waiting list?! But I need help now! Never fear, sparkles! As hopeless Read more…
It’s that time of year again when the ubiquitous advertising plays on our insecurities. How about a fresh new start in the new year? Change yourself! Lose weight! Be happy! Get fit! …essentially? Stop being Read more…
So! We’ve devoured the last turkey sandwich, the Celebrations are down to the Bountys, and we’re down to the strange Twixmas time between Christmas and New Year. So our minds now go across to that Read more…
I did a bit of research for this particular piece as I wanted to gather some feelings about the topic from the people who it is aimed at. As it turned out, there wasn’t anyone who was excited Read more…