As the festive season is slowly approaching, this is a bit more light-hearted article. During this autumnal period, filled with conferences, professional achievements, and the usual challenges, I woke up one day early at 4am. It was still dark outside, so I remained in my warm bed, kept the eyes closed and reflected. As it … Continue reading One of the big changes I consciously made in my life
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Managing pain without popping pills?
Life can be painful. Sometimes, existence itself feels painful. Those of us living with a serious condition know this all too well. From an early age, we’re taught that any kind of ache is bad, so we instinctively try to avoid it or eliminate it as soon as it appears. But I’ve discovered a different … Continue reading Managing pain without popping pills?
How has mindfulness literally saved my life
The brainstem, where my tumour hides, is right at the bottom of our heads, above the spine. It controls all the essential, automatic functions, including heartbeat, breathing and swallowing. As all these functions have been affected, in my case, in order to survive, I had to modify the way I breathe, and swallow food and … Continue reading How has mindfulness literally saved my life
People in my life for a season, a reason and a lifetime
In our lives, we meet unbelievable number of people. Some encounters are pleasant, others not so much. We can classify all the relationships we made into three categories: those for a reason, a season and a lifetime. The principal notion behind the phrase “reason, season, lifetime” is that all relationships, regardless of their duration, have … Continue reading People in my life for a season, a reason and a lifetime
My two saviours
I wrote extensively about managing my mental health and how extremely lucky I am, being surrounded by loving, supportive and understanding people. I also shared the struggles, such as my aim to live a meaningful life, seasonal depression, ... I believe your environment is an important variable on the long and winding road to tranquility. … Continue reading My two saviours
15 articles I’m most proud of writing
Sometimes, there is a bit of a discrepancy between the articles you are most proud of and those, which are the most read. This is often due to one's inflated ego, presuming people would find your work fascinating. And the general truth is that most people are attracted to private, clickbait-y, dramatic/emotional content. That's how … Continue reading 15 articles I’m most proud of writing
How to deal with a seasonal depression?
The festive season ought to be festive, right? All in the non-stop joy and laughter culminating on the New Year's Eve. The cold, short, dark, and gloomy days can be particularly hard for those bereaved or others having some mobility issues. The ice and snow make it especially challenging. I noticed it myself, that due … Continue reading How to deal with a seasonal depression?
How to change your body and mind
Did you know your body, basically, changes completely? Fully. Physically. More or less every 10 years. Don't believe me? You can read & listen more here: or HERE and HERE HERE ... ❤
On brain tumours with Andrew Scarborough
I first met Andrew in 2019. He is a bit of a celebrity in the brain tumour community (whatever that means). He is also one of the closest people in my life, great individual and irreplaceable friend. He has been through a lot of tough times (like myself) and tries to make the best out … Continue reading On brain tumours with Andrew Scarborough
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
Anna's Brainstorm 