I am a young, healthy 26-year-old that caught covid back in July on my birthday. This was after having two covid jabs – and I am incredibly grateful to the vaccine for reducing the impact of my symptoms and risk of hospitalisation. Back in December 2020, I was lucky to receive the Versace of vaccines,... Continue Reading →
Seeing as many of us have spent the festive period over Zoom this year, I thought I would share a little Christmas quiz I made this year, with a slight twist! One that can be played with 20 odd people may be tricky to find, but this one can be played with all ages of... Continue Reading →
How Can Christmas impact our mental health? Although Christmas is traditionally a period of joy, friends and family celebrating together, and festive fun, it isn't for everyone. We might feel sad if we've lost someone close to us that we'd usually celebrate the day with. We might be battling our own wars with eating disorders,... Continue Reading →
The Vibrant Atmosphere Fragrant candles burning brightly in every room, colourful rangoli (Indian art form) displayed in the front room, jubilant voices echoing across the lively house, interspersed with laughter throughout. Warmth radiates throughout the home and the joy of the family gathered together is infectious. Everyone is completely present. Photo by Nishant Aneja on... Continue Reading →
Gulab Jamun Of course we're starting with the most irresistible of the bunch! These syrupy donut like balls are made from flour and milk powder/condensed milk and drenched in a sweet sugary syrup often flavoured with cardamom, rose water and saffron. No one can say no to some of these sticky balls in their mouth!... Continue Reading →
Horror movies haven't always been inclusive of characters from different backgrounds. Here's a list where black actors get to play more complex characters, and don't just get killed of in the first 10 minutes.
Periods can be awful at the best of times. We can get cranky, have mind numbing pain and wake up greeted by a bright red stain on our bed sheets. There is also the stigma across all cultures in some shape or form. Within Indian culture, the period has been seen as a sign of... Continue Reading →
We’ve gone to the depths of the ocean with this one. Although named ‘moss’, this super food is actually a red algae abundant with nutrients. Chances are, if you’re Jamaican or Irish, you’ve already been filled on this not-so-secret ingredient as both have used sea moss medicinally since the 1800’s. It also being called Irish... Continue Reading →
Most people realise the power music has – to bring people closer together, make us sing and dance in elation – therefore it is logical it has a positive effect on our mental health. Music makes us happy, because of its relatable or dance-able lyrics imposed onto a catchy melody. What if I told you... Continue Reading →
What is it? It’s time to celebrate for not just one, but ten days, as its Ganesh’s birthday! Or more accurately, it’s the celebration to honour his creation and rebirth. In the Gregorian calendar, this typically falls sometime between mid-august to September. The festival is marked with great joy, numerous festivities and sincere devotion for... Continue Reading →
Wayfaring Guji Girl 