OK, so this sounds a little strange, but please bear with me. English Worry Beads are constructed from natural components and as with leather goods and quality wooden furniture they need to be cared for. This can be done using yourself or conditioning products. OK so that sounds even stranger! Let us start with using… Continue Reading
Living with Anxiety, Depression and Worry Beads – Update 13
Not a new trick, a new skill. Summer is on its way, as I found a beautiful sunny afternoon, even though it is still March. I decided to go for a walk and enjoy the countryside. The trouble with the beginning of better weather is it is easy to get carried away. Some years ago I… Continue Reading
Flying with Worry Beads
Several people have suggested to me that worry beads might be an effective distraction for nervous flyers. I had not seriously thought of this until after my parent’s renewal of their vows at St Paul’s Cathedral. The chaplain stopped for a few minutes to pass the time with us. She mentioned that she was sorting… Continue Reading
Living with Anxiety and Depression – Update 12
Start the Day Right – It is funny how something good, comes out of something bad. A couple of days ago I had to look back through some old records to a time when my anxiety and depression were horrific. I have been in a “good place” for weeks so felt strong enough to do what I… Continue Reading
Living with Anxiety, Depression and Worry Beads – Update 11
For those who also suffer from anxiety and depression you will probably get anxious whenever you go to the doctors. I have a fantastic doctor who is very supportive however, I still find myself getting anxious. I suppose it is the unknown of what they might say and how it might affect my life. I want to… Continue Reading
21 Days to Break a Habit
If you wish to give up a bad habit using worry beads there is one simple rule which will make you successful. That is the 21 day rule. Many of you will may have heard of this “wives’ tale” but I guarantee not may of you have actually used it. Like worry beads it has a strong… Continue Reading
Tricks with 1Pears
Here are just a few ideas to get you started with a 1Pear, 1Pear (cored) or 1Pear (mini). The possibilities are almost infinite! Worry Beads Waterfall Hold the stones in one hand and push each stone in turn over your index finger creating a waterfall effect. Take a Walk with Your Worry Beads Hold the… Continue Reading
Living with Anxiety, Depression and Worry Beads – Update 10
In Update 9 I told of my trip to St Paul’s Cathedral for my parents to re-new their vows. It was a stressful day not just for the things that happened but also it made me remember back to my childhood. As part of the celebrations my parents also booked for the whole family, grandchildren… Continue Reading
Living with Anxiety, Depression and Worry Beads – Update 9
This story is one which happens all too often when you suffer from anxiety and depression. My parents have reached 60 years of marriage and it was a time for celebration. However, whenever an event involves looking back it brings back all the bad times life has thrown at you. Although I did not have… Continue Reading
Living with Anxiety, Depression and Worry Beads – Update 8
I do not have a particular story to share in this blog. What I wish to cover is my “Anxiety and Depression” maintenance kit that I always have on me. It has been some time now since I discovered that worry beads can be an excellent distraction when I feel myself becoming anxious but also… Continue Reading
