January brings lots of heavy expectations - people want to turn over a new leaf. But self-improvement is a journey, not just a decision.
Archive for category: Health & Happiness
What to wear in the summer heat
Do you always show your scars, or do you like the option to cover up in certain social situations? Your choice in how you present yourself to the world is important.
Xmas is a hard time for some
This is a hard time of year for many people. Families are not always great. Lonliness is a killer.
Please yourself
I always get a little overwhelmed at this time of year by the number of well-meaning posts and articles that suggest all the ways in...
Focus on what you *can* change
It's easy to get trapped in cyclical thinking - we have to change our thoughts.
New thoughts, new actions, new life
We hope you like our new motto for 2014, which is also the wording on this year’s wristbands. These few simple words are the key...
Joining in – making new friends and socialising
Connecting with others in your community may seem like a scary or anxiety provoking situation for some, but it generally brings with it many positive...
Buy next year’s long-sleeved tops now
It can be hard to find long-sleeved tops and light jumpers in the summer. If you believe it’s important to have a wardrobe that suits how you feel about showing or not showing scars on your arms then autumn is a good time to go shopping.
Little Book of Five a Days – free eBook!
LifeSIGNS' 'Little Book of Five a Days' is a simple eBook (PDF document), created with the idea that when you're in need of some inspiration or encouragement, the Little Book is at hand to help.
My distraction box – what will you put in yours to help you fight SI?
Distraction boxes can help you fight the urge to self-injure. Your distraction box can contain almost anything that could prove helpful to you in times of need; in this article, our Community Manager Lauren shares the contents of her distraction boxes and how she feels they help her cope with SI.
We need to be resilient, not strong
Wedge, LifeSIGNS' Founding Director, looks at the idea of humans being resilient, as opposed to 'strong'.
Self-injury and self image
We recently received an email from Trisha, who works with people in her community. During the course of her work, she carried out a photo shoot and felt that LifeSIGNS may be interested in hearing about 'Kitten', a model with personal experience of self-injury, who chose to use her modeling opportunity to raise awareness and support for SI.
Tell Someone Month
March is 'Tell Someone 'Month' and we want to support you as you seek real-life help and spport.
Fresh starts and commitment
January may be a time of beginnings, but if you've 'missed' the new year kick-off, there's no reason to give up on your goals - the big thing is to strive every day, to rest, and to strive again.