Grief, Change and New Beginnings

Loss Upon Loss Losing a loved one is hard, losing a partner is hard, saying goodbye to an old life and the place you lived for over 20 years is hard, adjusting to living in a small room in your mother’s house is hard. Little did I know that only three weeks later, my mother would suddenly die. Strength and Shattered Safety Nets People say I’m strong, brave, courageous. My…

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Memorial Jewellery: Finding Comfort in Grief After Losing a Loved One

Discover how memorial jewellery, like ashes into rings or fingerprint pendants, provides a comforting connection to lost loved ones. Explore how these keepsakes offer peace, solace, and a sense of closeness, especially for those grieving suffering from mental health issues.

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Does 5-HTP Help Depression?

5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan), also known as oxitriptan, is a naturally occurring amino acid and chemical precursor as well as a metabolic intermediate in the biosynthesis of the neurotransmitter serotonin (Wikipedia). In layman’s terms, it helps increase serotonin in the brain, a hormone that influences sleep, digestion, mood, blood clotting, bone density, and sexual function. It isn’t found in any foods, so it’s not something we can just add to our diet.…

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