Henna's Perfect Day

A little journal on self-care, mental health and life!

Archives for January 2021

Mental Health: Introduction

Hey guys, I’ll be starting a mini series discussing the many aspects of mental health, to simply raise awareness on conditions some of us may not know about, and the general image mental health has had in our society over time.

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Mindfulness

It’s another day, the sun has risen and its golden rays peak around the curtains, gently waking you up. Open the window and let the cool morning breeze energise you as you rub the sleep from your eyes. The kettle’s on boil, the steam escapes into the atmosphere, followed by the aroma of coffee, making you feel complete…

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Achieving the Balance

Life’s a rush. Bits and pieces here and there. The due dates literally come knocking on your door in a blink of an eye. I admit that I’ve struggled to manage my time and deal with the stress of A levels and the university process with UCAS, especially since our pinboards are smothered in To-do lists, due dates, and upcoming school and social events. But I think I’ve cracked the code…

So, here are some tips of how I’ve balanced my lifestyle with the mayhem of studying and UCAS:

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Journaling: What do I do?

Journaling has helped me through thick and thin.

It has most definitely become my safe haven in times of crisis or to simply perceive myself through a second person’s view.

For me, journaling lasts up to five minutes or less. It’s never a long-winded process, making it more of an appealing form of self-care for me.

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