Just a very brief post today. I have stumbled upon this video by accident but it very well sums up my outlook on life. I have written about my "philosophy" here. But the video uses a few other words and fancy graphic. So do watch and feel free to let me know whether you dis/agree. … Continue reading A reason to stop worrying
mental health
Getting off medication
I have very recently returned from a trip to Sicily. I flew solo, there and back. I made a promise to myself, that if it all goes smoothly and I handle the stress well, it is a solid testimony to managing my mental health, and I can then write about my psychology honestly and confidently. … Continue reading Getting off medication
How to cope with grief?
This article was made with the irreplaceable help from good friend and former colleague, Emily. Her older brother, Oli, was diagnosed with a GBM and passed away 4 years later on 6th January, 2019. How was Oli diagnosed? He had a seizure out of the blue. Never had one before and so was taken to … Continue reading How to cope with grief?
Favourite documentaries
Putin's Kiss Operation InfeKtion: How Russia Perfected the Art of War https://www.youtube.com/embed/tR_6dibpDfo How To Become a Tyrant The Devil Next Door Shoah Misha And The Wolves Minimalism Feminists What Were They Thinking Chef's Table Ugly Delicious
10 most underrated things
Health You only truly start to appreciate good health when you loose it. So I am always trying to be grateful. Family Yes, they do piss you off from time to time and some are a bit crazy BUT we wouldn't be around without them. We all carry heavy cases full of bricks and we … Continue reading 10 most underrated things
10 most overrated things
Burgers They are OK but pulled pork or bagels with cream cheese are better. Kids They are our future and all that but we don't need any more. If you really want them ... adopt. Money Saying that ... it is better to cry in a brand new Mercedes than on a crowded bus. Good … Continue reading 10 most overrated things
Interview with Neil
I wrote this in 2018 and couldn't be more proud. Neil is doing amazing and works for Shine Cancer Support. So happy that he is my friend. Neil was only 25 when he was diagnosed with a brain tumour the size of a plum. After painful brain surgery, he was told his tumour was a … Continue reading Interview with Neil
Život na vozejku – nová episoda
https://www.youtube.com/embed/vDp-tvP1Wsc Podcast v Češtině. Anna mluví se svou rodinou o životě s postižením, a o tom, co se může zlepšit.
Favourite series
The Office UK and American That's what she said... The Good Place About death, afterlife and philosophy. How I Met Your Mother Some people hate the ending, I think it's what makes it stand out... The Big Bang Theory Learnt a lot about physics and neuroscience... Friends Classic... Mindhunter The beginnings of the FBI behavioural … Continue reading Favourite series
Meditation with Andrew and Martin
new episode https://www.youtube.com/embed/tZuCYFju8UE Martin, Anna and Andrew talk about meditation and their different experiences with meditating. Why they do it and its benefits on everyday life. Edit by Andrew and logo by Elizabeth. Resources https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/types-of-meditation#takeaway https://www.verywellmind.com/body-scan-meditation-why-and-how-3144782 https://www.bravermantest.com https://soundcloud.com/soothingrelaxation/sets/relaxing-music-mixes More links on youtube.
Anna's Brainstorm 