Emily HaleJan 292 min readTwo steps forward, one step back...I've struggled lately - nothing dramatic, I think I'm just a tired mum. And it doesn't take long for exhaustion and solo parenting to hit...
Emily HaleJan 83 min readExit stage rightI remember walking out of that mood ward for the last time. I'm not meant to be writing anymore tonight, I've plunged into the depths and...
Emily HaleJan 87 min readMood disorders and substance misuse disordersOne of the reasons I wanted to start writing this blog was to talk about my experiences in navigating the medical world of psychiatric...
Emily HaleJan 31 min read"Everything you think you know about addiction is wrong."I first watched this when I was at long term rehab in 2019 and it brought tears to my eyes. There are so many wrong impressions floating...
Emily HaleDec 21, 20242 min readThe unwashedIt would be sick to call us the lucky ones. But to have seen what we've seen and been where we've been, we are the most grateful...
Emily HaleDec 21, 20244 min readThe Monkey MindIf you're thinking about recovery or trying to take steps to give up drugs or alcohol, the biggest battle is the one that takes place...
Emily HaleDec 18, 20242 min readHead on the PillowSometimes the whole recovery thing just feels impossible. It made sense before but now, it's just a lot, there's so much to think about...
Emily HaleDec 17, 20243 min readAttitude of Gratitude?Reading: A THANKFUL HEART I try to hold fast to the truth that a full and thankful heart cannot entertain great conceits. When brimming...