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Blackcurrant Porridge with Caramelised Apples

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What To Expect On A Yoga Retreat

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3 Breakfast Recipe Ideas and Myprotein Review

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Vegan Protein Powder Review

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My Body Image Story

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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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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 💕

Apologising to your body... Maybe that’s where the healing begins💋 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ It’s ok... You forgot who you were for a little while... You’re back now💋 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ When we go through hard situations, we shouldn’t blame ourselves for how we treat our own bodies. We grow through what we go through and it’s important to acknowledge every stage of our incredible journey⚡️ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I don’t look back on old pictures and hate myself for doing what I did. I simply acknowledge how far I have come and I apologise to myself. Because actually, even though I was searching for wholeness at that time, I didn’t need to search. I had it inside ME the whole time💫 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ If you’re feeling completely lost in your own thoughts and you’re hating your life, your body, your relationship... I urge you to speak up. Don’t suffer alone and don’t ever think you’re not enough. People will listen to you. It’s ok to ask for help & it’s ok to not feel ok all of the time. It’s just a process of growth and you will get through this💓 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ If you know someone who might be struggling but they don’t want to admit it... Support them, be there for them, make them laugh daily, check-in on them, don’t add to their negative self-talk and don’t worry. You can seek guidance from professionals too💫 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ What I learned from being tiny? That my body will save me but I can’t abuse it. I can’t drain my brain 🧠 of vital energy and I can’t expect my body to keep giving if I’m not giving anything back to it. Look at your body, it’s your home 🏡 and deserves all your love & care. It deserves the whole of you. Don’t compare yourself to me or other girls on the internet... I am just showing you that recovery is possible & that’s it💫 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Sending all my love & honest energy to you. Xxx *2 years between pics

Monday, let’s have you! ☀️

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