I’m winding down

Firstly, I would like to begin this post by saying this has not been an easy decision, and I would like to thank you all for your support over the past 4 years. But, I have decided to start winding down on Daisies and Bruises. By that, I mean posting only once a week (if …

Mental Health Workbook and Journal Starter Kit

Towards the end of 2020, I asked myself what product I wish was available to help manage my stress and mental health. More importantly, I asked family and friends what they wanted… I personally wished I had a physical workbook to write down all of my worries (there was a lot) and work through them …

Tips for a happier and healthier life

We all sometimes need a little bit of extra positivity and inspiration. Maybe you need a little pick me up, or maybe you want to spread the love and share some wise words with a loved one? In this post, we have shared our favourite inspirational quotes for that little extra motivation! 1) “The Best …

How Young is Too Young for Social Media

Welcome to the first official article on the blog! Social media is a huge part of our society; Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat - we all have them. But, did you know, that social media can have a negative impact on our mental health. This article explores, with the help of the cyber crime unit at …

How to start a bullet journal!

I have said it before, I will say it again; I love journaling! Not only is it great for managing stress, but I personally find it very relaxing. Did you know, that journaling isn't just writing about your day? There are so many different types of journaling, which you can find in my post The …

Money Saving Tips

This may seem like an odd post for the blog, but the reality is that a high percentage of mental health conditions are caused by money worries. I have only just started saving, and anyone who knows me knows that I am a major stressed, especially when it comes to money. In this post I …

How to Talk to a Friend In Need

If you have checked out the latest e-books and courses available on the Daisies and Bruises website, you might have come across a mini course about talking to someone with a mental health condition. This is such an important topic, that I felt it needed its own blog post also! This past year has been …

And We’re Up!

Hello lovely people... It's official, the new Daisies and Bruises is now up and running! Head over to the whole new website and check it out! As mentioned in our previous post, the website has now got a magazine style layout, with sections specifically designed for self-care tips, activities, mini courses and e-books! You would …

Welcome to the new Daisies and Bruises!

It occurred to me recently that I have pretty much completed my mental health journey (thanks to this blog), and I have very little left to say about my own personal dealings with mental health. Because of that, I have decided to turn this blog into an ultimate self-care website! If you go onto the …

Activities to help with OCD

When I was a child, I was diagnosed with OCD. At first it was the unsettling feeling of seeing an object misplaced, or a mark that wasn't quite rubbed out on the whiteboard. Not long after, it escalated into something much more sinister. I began to experience compulsions to place everything in a straight line …