Many women face debilitating pain and dismissal during menstruation. I share a distressing work experience and emphasize the need for empathy and understanding. Menstrual health concerns everyone, and advocating for compassion and support is crucial. I urge women to advocate for themselves and calls for grace and empathy from others.
Author: Sianne
Self-Sabotaging
In this personal reflection, I delve into my self-sabotaging tendencies rooted in past pain, fear of disappointment, and reluctance to step out of my comfort zone. Despite ongoing struggles, I emphasize the importance of vulnerability, self-discovery, and seeking support. The message encourages others to embrace their worth and accept love and support.
The NHS: The Not (so) Helpful Services- The struggles of Overworked Nurses and a broken system.
The NHS, once lauded for healthcare excellence, falls short for many HCPs and patients. Overwhelmed by excessive workload, lack of support and institutional challenges, nurses face distress and disillusionment. Racism, favouritism, inadequate pay and a lack of unity plague the system. Comprehensive reform is needed for the NHS to fulfil its promise of compassionate care and patient satisfaction.
Capitalism and the broke friend
In a capitalist society, being unemployed and unable to contribute financially can bring feelings of resentment, shame and embarrassment, particularly in friendships. Asking for help is difficult in a culture that values independence and when support is not freely given, it creates a complex emotional struggle. Ultimately, finding balance and self-worth beyond financial contribution is key.
“I wish”: the confessions of a firstborn
Hey hey hey everyone! I hope all is well! This is going to be a short one so I thoroughly hope you enjoy. This particular post is a poem I wrote about based on what it sometimes feels to be as a firstborn child! CALLING ALL FIRSTBORNS HERE! Gather round brothers and sisters. I speak… Continue reading “I wish”: the confessions of a firstborn
Bloganuary: Day 5 – Do you spend more time thinking about the future or the past? Why?
Hello, hello! I hope you all are good! Two posts in a day!? W H A T? Will there be a third? Let's see haha This blog post's question is very interesting and I am excited to share some of my answers with you all! A couple of years ago, when I was much younger,… Continue reading Bloganuary: Day 5 – Do you spend more time thinking about the future or the past? Why?
Bloganuary: Day 1 – What are your challenges?
Hey Everyone! Happy new month! 10 days into the new year and things already feel like they are moving quickly!As I am writing this post, I want to share something very random! This particular post and a few others to follow are going to be written with frustration in my heart because I broke one… Continue reading Bloganuary: Day 1 – What are your challenges?
!!!BIG CHANGES!!!
Change is inevitable but change is also a choice. Howdy people! HAPPY NEW YEAR! Whew! I cannot believe it is 2024! Last year really did fly by fast, right? I am back with the FIRST blog post of the year. SO much has changed and happened in the last year, it's unbelievable. And this year… Continue reading !!!BIG CHANGES!!!
Month 12/12 – transitioning into a new year
As we stand on the cusp of bidding farewell to 2023, the air is thick with many emotions – the sweet nostalgia of victories, the bitter taste of setbacks, the lingering ache of losses, and the hopeful whispers of a new beginning. This year was at times beautiful, messy, and everything in between. Photo by… Continue reading Month 12/12 – transitioning into a new year
When words aren’t heard: The silent breakdowns – a letter from the shadows
Good day everyone! I hope you are having a good week! This post is a little different from what I normally would share so I sincerely hope you enjoy it. This blog is written in the form of a letter. It could be to a loved one or even a stranger - I don't know!… Continue reading When words aren’t heard: The silent breakdowns – a letter from the shadows