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Running For My Life And My MIND

By ⋅ March 21, 2013 ⋅ 37 comments

In January 2006, Mental Health professionals in Manchester begun to put my life back together after I survived a large overdose. On May 26, I can finally say thank you as I run the streets of Manchester raising funds for Mind in the BUPA Great Manchester Run.

ONE in FOUR …

By ⋅ October 9, 2012 ⋅ 4 comments

Official figures say 1 in 4 people will suffer from Mental Health difficulties in any year. On World Mental Health Day 2012, I challenge you simply: will you judge others, or be the voice to defend dignity & restore life? Your answer will say more about you than I ever could.

Racism: Not Black And White

By ⋅ January 7, 2012 ⋅ 31 comments

I have been utterly shocked by some of the ‘journalism’ that I have recently seen in the ‘gutter press’ – lack of knowledge is no excuse, and flaming the incendiary is no substitute for educating.

The Ignorant Bliss Of Judgement

By ⋅ December 23, 2011 ⋅ 44 comments

Regardless of whether you think Luis Suarez innocent or guilty, the British Media has shown itself to be totally lacking in knowledge and integrity.

A History Which Cuts Deep

By ⋅ September 4, 2011 ⋅ One comment

There are many polarised views on last month’s riots in the UK, but it is time for Black & Asian community leaders to assess whether we benefit from the learning of a history in oppression, or one of proud achievement. However the answers are not ‘black and white’.

Do Not Stand At Her Grave And Weep

By ⋅ August 25, 2011 ⋅ 10 comments

We are all defined by those with whom we come into contact, and Danielle’s impact on me was inestimable. On Sunday, do not feel sympathy for me, just raise a glass to the person that made me the better person that I am today.

This Is Why We Do It

By ⋅ July 22, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

People blog for all manner of reasons. In my case, they have changed drastically over the last 2 years, but I gain more satisfaction now than ever.

Old Box, Fresh Scent

By ⋅ June 26, 2011 ⋅ 6 comments

‘Pleasure is the flower that passes; remembrance, the lasting perfume’ ~ Jean de Boufflers. After 19 months, I finally looked inside the unopened box to find that rather than pain, memories bring a warmth which allows us to move forward in our lives

Why Autism?

By ⋅ June 10, 2011 ⋅ 2 comments

How much do we really know about Autism. I attended a seminar with Ari Ne’eman, the first Autistic person to sit on the National Council on Disability in the US. His thoughts were very thought provoking as I prepare for a fundraising drive.

A Joy Like No Other

By ⋅ June 7, 2011 ⋅ 2 comments

Nine Months Ago, I thought that I knew God and I felt that I was happy. Now I KNOW IT – The CPAS Growing Leaders programme challenged me to change my life for the better, for good.

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