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My summer-long internship with WellBe was my first venture into freelance writing in the middle of the worldwide pandemic. Writing from my own experiences with the support of WellBe resources and my own personal research, I produced content on topics ranging from grief to relationships to healthy sleep patterns. Once written, the articles were reviewed by several colleagues who advised edits that strengthened the articles before they were posted to the WellBe website or sent to relevant clients.

I would hope the majority of these articles hold timeless advice, despite the few very specialized pieces that are deep-rooted in the time period they were written in. On account of the fact that the pandemic was topical at the time of publication and having a huge impact on the daily lives of millions, several of my articles act almost as a time capsule to the advice that was poignant and needed during a vulnerable time. I still believe that these articles still hold value and that aspects of the work provide advice that is still applicable to the present day.

As many of the articles I wrote for WellBe were either published in a subscription-based archive or privately commissioned for individual corporate clients, I am unable to access the original links or re-post my work. However, my work is still available to read!

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My Articles

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Sleep Spring Clean: 8 Tips for Better Sleep Hygiene

This was my application article for the writer's position at WellBe, and I combined my own personal experience with factual resources and research. Finding a healthy sleep routine can be really challenging, but these tips provide a universal starting point for those struggling to improve their sleep hygiene.

Close the Door on Intrusive Thoughts: Soothe Anxious Minds

Having battled anxiety and intrusive thoughts alone during my teen years, I pitched and wrote this article to discuss coping mechanisms and ways of self soothing to ease anxious minds.

Grieving During A Pandemic: Mourning While Working

Unfortunately, the pandemic was a cruel time for those who lost loved ones and were subsequently forced to grieve and work in very unusual and scary circumstances. As I myself lost my grandmother during the UK lockdown, I was unable to see her for months before her death and only able to visit her on her hospital bed in her final moments, alone, without my family, due to COVID restrictions. As such, I was painfully aware of how upsetting and raw this topic would be, and I endeavoured to give my advice in a sensitive, impartial and healing way.

Learning to Lead: Tips for Transitioning Into The Managerial Chair

While we all tend to aim for success, promotions and more responsibilities in our work life, sometimes we can feel unprepared once in a position of higher responsibility towards co-workers. Stepping up into a managerial role may be the dream for some, but doing so requires an individual to learn new skills regarding conflict resolution, leadership and even common kindness and team spirit. This article was written at a time that I was also experiencing glimmers of leadership in a hospitality role I had, where I was training new employees at the company I worked for.

Weekend Workaholics: How To Enjoy Down Time Guilt-free

It is easy for modern professionals to be sucked into unhealthy work routines, especially with an increasing demand on what we are expected to achieve, in and out of work hours. I will admit, especially as a freelance writer, it is difficult to maintain a balance between work and free time, which is why I choose to work on this piece, using my own experiences to give more weight to my advice.

Keeping Office Friendships Strong While Working Remotely

Adjusting to moving between a busy, bustling office to the quietness of a desk at home can be disconcerting, especially considering that work culture typically was adverse to remote work before 2020, except for special circumstances. The sense of community found in an office is not necessarily lost, however, when an employee makes the decision to work from home. This article delved into the many options that modern professionals have when cultivating company camaraderie and building friendships with co-workers (even if only behind a screen).

How To Date and Keep Safe During A Pandemic

A very unique and specialized piece that perhaps dated in the time it was written, this article touched on the wellbeing of workers during the pandemic who were trying to combat romantic loneliness during a worldwide crisis. This article addressed ways that romantics could pursue dating safely and in line with the COVID restrictions that were present at the time of publication. Additionally, the importance of emotional safety while dating was very much at the forefront of this piece.

The (Home) Office Romance: Tips for Working From Home With Your Partner

The opportunity of remote work has provided very unique situations for couples who may not have previously seen each other during working hours. While working remote with your partner can strengthen relationships, it is important to build not only a productive work environment for both sides of the couple, but also find ways to navigate office squabbles without letting it affect the relationship long term.

Standing On Your Own Two Feet: How To Leave Therapy and What Happens After

Therapy is such a helpful building block for many working professionals, essential for coping with stress and avoiding burnout, among other things. However, there may come a time that someone choose to end sessions with their therapist for numerous reasons. At the time, I was transitioning out of therapy myself that I had virtually attended during lockdown, so this article was informed by my own first hand experience, as well as other resources on the topic. The advice intends to provide individuals with a smooth way of transitioning out of therapy with minimal emotional fallout and help to support them in daily life without therapy

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