Goodbye January, Hello February. So, every month as part of Fit Mind Matters, I always set myself a challenge (although this last year or so has not been the norm). I remember back a few years ago, writing down every month and beside it putting a challenge: January – No Alcohol February – No Coffee March – Take Social Media off my phone April – No Home Internet May…….. and so on. I really enjoyed challenging myself in …
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Hello there everyone and Happy New Year (if I can still say that in mid-January). A few days ago I sat down to write a list of a few tips I’ve learnt over this past 22 years working in the health and fitness industry (and life in general). These tips are for overall health, fitness, mindset, career, education and just general wellbeing. I have tried everything on this list which is why I wanted to share them with you. Some …
Beside the sea is my favourite place to be. -Unknown I love being around people who energise me, and I do my best to do the same in return. However, there comes a time when my energy levels run low, and I know I need to take time out to reset and recharge. This is my ‘Me-Time Alert’! Familiar Feeling I am familiar with the feeling now, although it took me a while to become aware of it, accept …
Friendship is born at that moment when one person says to another: ‘What! You too? I thought I was the only one.’ – C.S. Lewis Generally, I enjoy spending time alone, and I believe that it’s healthy to be content in your own company. Whatever your individual circumstances are, however, this last year has been a major challenge to our mental health and wellbeing. During these unexpected periods of isolation, I had talked myself into being ‘fine’ with being alone …
I remember the song “Everybody’s Free (To Wear Sunscreen)” by Baz Luhrmann coming out in 1999/2000 and absolutely loving it. It was totally different to anything I ever heard before. If you haven’t heard this song then please go and listen to it RIGHT NOW (then come back to finish reading this post – don’t worry I’ll wait) ……………………………………… And Welcome Back! So, the lyrics were fascinating. It was life advice to us all from someone, seemingly, a lot older …
Do You Keep a Journal? Do You Write in it Every Day? My Answers are YES and NO – I keep a Journal BUT I don’t write in it every day (which I am trying to get better at). Sometimes I think I have a lot of clutter in my mind and what really helps is writing down my thoughts and feelings each morning. Sometimes I use it to give me guidance for the day ahead and check in with …
What Do I Mean by Too Much News? Simple, It’s Everywhere We Look. Is That a Bad Thing? Considering that most news is bad then in my opinion YES! Do you ever notice when watching a news programme that all of the stories are negative, UNTIL the last story? They fill you up with negativity and just when they are about to end the programme they throw one small positive story in there. They want you to return to watch …
Our last blog was on April 10th 2020. I’m sure you can agree that’s quite a while to go without posting. 413 Days to be exact. Even the time difference between Podcasts was quite long – July 2020 with No Podcast until March 2021. Why? To be honest our team took a break. Just like most of the world we stopped. I can only speak for myself when talking about why I took a break. With my business, Platinum Training …
Level 2 Award in Mental Health Awareness Hey Everyone Hope You’re Keeping Well and Staying Safe. We have now confirmed the dates for our Level 2 Award in Mental Health Awareness at Platinum Training Institute, these courses will be Live Online with our Tutor: Course 1 – May 2nd,9th,16th,23rd – 10am-2pm each day Course 2 – June 8th,9th,10th,11th – 10am-2pm each day I’m sure a lot of you know that Mental Health has always been our main goal at Platinum Training Institute …
Today Karen is in Frederiksberg, Copenhagen enjoying the peace and tranquility of the Royal Danish Horticultural Society gardens. She also talks through answers to questions she asked Rain Burkeen, a personal trainer based in SATS BLOX, on health, happiness and well-being in Denmark. Thanks so much Rain for your really interesting and informative answers! We would love to hear your thoughts and you can email them to fitmindmatters@gmail.com Health and Happiness. FMM
Where Do You Sit on The Mental Health Fence? In today’s society mental health awareness is at the highest that I have seen to date, with today being World Mental Health Day. Recently I completed my Mental Health First Aid training through work and I’m now the dedicated officer in the clinic where I work. Having had an anxiety disorder for over half of my life, I have had many discussions with others on the subject and over time I …
Abseil Europa Hotel Belfast for AWARE NI Ah sure Why Not? Today I decided to take part in the Abseil Europa Hotel for AWARE NI on Sunday 20th May. AWARE deliver mental health and well being programmes into communities, schools, colleges, universities and workplaces. These programmes Mood Matters programmes, Living Life to the Full, Mental Health First Aid and Mindfulness. Click on any of the links to find out more. I am very luck to have recently been added to the AWARE team as a …