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Healthy Salted Caramel Granola

May 7, 2019May 7, 2019Leave a comment

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Women’s Circle With Ella Grace Denton

April 18, 2019January 17, 2020Leave a comment

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Blackcurrant Porridge with Caramelised Apples

April 11, 20191 Comment

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How To Make Peace With Failure

April 5, 2019April 17, 2019Leave a comment

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What To Expect On A Yoga Retreat

March 25, 2019April 5, 2019Leave a comment

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3 Breakfast Recipe Ideas and Myprotein Review

March 11, 2019March 25, 2019Leave a comment

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My Vegan Skincare Routine | Urban Veda

February 20, 20191 Comment

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Jessica Ward

• Hi, I'm Jessica! • I was 15 when I first experienced bullying and depression. 7 years on and I am now an award-winning health blogger, passionate journalist, avid explorer and foodie and fitness lover. Positively Jessica Ward is a blog and location for all things positive. Magnetic colour, mouthwatering recipes and infectious positivity!

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SALTED CARAMEL GRANOLA⤵️♥️ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ One of my favourite things to eat is granola. Oats, mixed nuts, a liquid sweetener, peanut butter, mashed banana... DROOL🤣💕 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Baking granola is so therapeutic for me because it requires little effort, it doesn’t take much time and by the end of it, you have a delicious snack or meal ready-to-go🥳 granola is my comfort food and it truly makes me feel at home. Baking granola holds a lot of memories for me. When I was lonely during school, college and university, I would bake ALL types of granola and experiment with ingredients. It’s certainly a nostalgic snack😋 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I love having my granola sprinkled over yoghurt or a smoothie or eaten with a generous glug of milk. Alternatively, pack some in a sealable bag and then you have a snack for on-the-go. This granola is perfect for post-workout or when you have a mid-afternoon slump at work. Combat the sweet cravings and be prepped!😆 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Remember👉, if you’re vegan, you can change the honey for a sweetener of your choice. This recipe is completely adaptable – be flexible, enjoy baking in the kitchen and get experimenting. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Be warned this is highly addictive and tastes awesome with almond milk😼... If you re-create it at home... Let me know! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Enjoy 🥰🌈☀️💫

Today is #BlueMonday 🦋 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Deemed as the most depressing day of the year. But I know that depression isn’t just for one day. Let’s turn this day into #BrewMonday and make it a day where we talk, offload and speak-up. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Take the time today to reach out to someone and tell them you love them and you’re there for them. No one should feel alone. But don’t just do this today... Do this on a regular basis. Be there for the people who support you and remember, it’s ok not to be ok. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ If you’re the person struggling, reach out for help. It’s ok. People will listen and you’re certainly not alone. You’re not a burden and you will recover. Share this with someone who needs to know.

1 anxiety coping strategy ⤵️ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I thought I would share X1 anxiety copying strategy with you today that has helped me a little bit and then share the others in a blog post? - this is a continuous process of a trial and error but it might be worth sharing them with you. But remember, I am not a professional and I’m simply sharing from experience😘 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Soothing skincare⤵️ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ When you massage your skin you help to stimulate the part of the nervous system that calms the body and mind. In our day-to-day lives, many of us are stressed and on the go too much. Conscious touch is a simple way of destressing and regaining focus🛁 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ During my calmer anxiety episodes or when I can feel things getting a little overwhelming... if I’m at home, I take a step back from the situation, I prioritise some self-care and I enjoy a long soak in the bath or a longer shower than normal. I exfoliate my skin (using @urbanveda) and as I exfoliate I imagine gently scrubbing away my worries and them washing down the plug hole. I then shave, massage my scalp and continue the rest of my normal washing routine. I take extra care with myself and use all of my favourite @urbanveda goodies🌿 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ After I’ve washed, I rub coconut oil into my skin and give myself a little massage. Not only is this therapeutic but it instantly uplifts me and makes me feel cared for. At home, take time to nurture your skin and celebrate your own touch as well: a warm bath; foot massage; lying on a foam roller (like you might use in Pilates) or tennis ball; taking a couple of minutes while washing your hair to firmly massage your scalp; moisturising your body with long strokes after a shower; or simply soothing the parts of your body that feel tension: your forehead, your tummy, your hands and your feet. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Soothe, pamper and protect. All the products I use on my skin are from @urbanveda *gifted & I also use a natural coconut oil for my arms and legs when they need a little extra TLC 🌹 - ‘UrbanJess15’ for 15% off your order🌛🌜 (products pictures are 2 of my facial faves!) #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealth #mentalillness

Grateful heart 💓 always.

Setting an example for the next generation💪 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ My mental health is important but also checking in with my loved ones is just as important. I want to teach my nephew and nieces that they can be strong, they can be resilient and they can be in control of their thoughts. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I will show them that it’s ok not to be ok. It’s ok to speak up. It’s ok to learn how to be resilient and I will show them that his mental and physical health is important. No matter what. We should set a good example. I look at my nephew with a heart so full that my motivation to show him the way, is bigger than ever. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Thank you Dalton for showing me love 💓 a new member to the Ward family! @jamesward.y @vicki_.lea how beautiful. I can’t wait to make him proud and make him feel so loved and safe. I am so grateful x

SUCCESS MEANS DIFFERENT THINGS⤵️ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Success can look different for everyone. From a top promotion at your organisation to growing a family... All these things are successes in their own right and require discipline and dedication💓 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ In my recent interview with @bbclancashire I discussed 2020 goal setting and that goals can be set whenever you want to set them. Remembering your ‘why’ is important. Why is it you want to set a goal? Why do you want to achieve the goal? Remember your ‘why’ and use this as a foundation for the goal and motivation when you feel low. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Your idea of success will vary to your friend but that’s ace. What works for you... Is for you💋 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ But remember... Your goals require YOUR whole self. Let’s do this and remember, you can read and listen to my tips about 2020 goal setting by clicking the link in my bio😘💪

Hey you, it’s totally ok not to be ok. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ *1&2 images taken a few months ago. Not for sympathy. Just to break up your feed full of fake sh*t. My hands get sore when I’m low or I’m going through a challenging time. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I have days even now where my anxiety controls my day and I find it difficult to even move let alone concentrate on a task or speak to my loved ones. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I find that during my period, my anxiety elevates and even the smallest of things can trigger me. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Something I do feel at the moment is the stress to keep up friendships when they’re only one sided. I am a loving person and I give so much of myself to others that I simply can’t expect the same back. I feel lonely sometimes... Even if I have a boyfriend. I want girl time. But you know what, I love my own company too. I probably make no sense but Instagram is a great place for me to vent and for me to show you the real me. I have days where I don’t want to move, I want to eat chocolate in bed and cry for no real reason... ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ There are some days where I’m an agitated person and I’m not a great individual to be around and you know what... I’m entitled to be like that. I’m human. I have feelings. I hate people taking advantage and I’m in charge of my feelings. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ If you’re having a rubbish start to the week. You’re not alone and please speak up. Write it down. Dance it off. Cuddle yourself and treat yo’ self. Take yourself for some cake and coffee. Buy some new underwear and love yourself. Self-care is more than treating yourself though. It’s being aware of the people who make you feel down and removing them from your life. It’s reducing your alcohol intake because you know it’s not good for your mental health. It’s seeing a therapist because your brain is a muscle too and needs to be trained. Don’t seek validation off others. Step away from toxic friendships and know... it’s ok not to be ok😘 #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthwarrior

🍫HEALTHY BROWNIE RECIPE👉 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ {swipe for the recipe & see the secret ingredient. These are a #throwback from my blog} ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I absolutely love chocolate and I always have, since I have adopted the healthy ‘lifestyle’ I haven’t made drastic changes and I definitely haven’t cut anything out of my diet👅. Chocolate makes my soul incredibly happy and I eat it almost every day. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This does not mean I eat a whole chocolate bar and feel sick, it means I have balance, I listen to my body and I fuel my body accordingly. I eat healthily because it helps my anxiety and overall wellbeing💕 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ These brownies are decadent, soft and rich. They taste amazing on top of coconut yoghurt, sprinkled over your morning oats or just with a simple cup of tea ☕️ 🍫 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ SWIPE for the recipe!👉 I buy all my superfoods from @grapetreefoods 😍 #healthychocolatebrownies #chocolatebrownierecipe #brownierecipe #januaryfood

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY DAD🥳💖 You’ve helped me go places and reach heights which have given me some of life’s best views. Thank you for always standing by me, for pushing me closer to my dreams and for always keeping me positive even in the darkest of days🙏 I am really proud to call you my Dad and I think everyone will agree, you’re incredible. I love you😘

Be gentle with yourself. Don’t lose your focus. It’s ok if you didn’t workout out today or your workout didn’t go to plan... Start again tomorrow... But remember, don’t give up 💕

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