A study conducted by the NHS in 2017 shows that one in eight 5 to 19 year olds had a mental disorder in 2017. Quite a staggering number that’s likely. read more…
We keep saying it, and we’ll say it again – don’t judge a book by its cover. PoetsIN are much more than the name suggests; and we’ve evolved much over. read more…
In the UK, men are three times as likely to take their own lives than women. Whilst the number is starting to decrease through the erosion of the stigma attached. read more…
We had some sad news a while back, when we learned that injury had stopped our Virgin London Marathon runner being able to take part. Panic ensued as it was. read more…
Everyone has a story to tell; each one of us a writer of poetry – some, without even realising. That stream of consciousness that runs in our veins? It’s poetry. read more…
This year is an exciting one for PoetsIN. We have plans. Big plans of growth through extending what we do, where we do it and with whom; by collaborating and. read more…
Sadness is not the same feeling as being depressed. At one point or the other, everyone gets depressed like when you don’t pass an interview for your dream job, or. read more…
Whilst sticking to the familiar theme of interviews with writers on a Friday, we’re walking a slightly different path today. This pathway will take us through some of the same. read more…
PoetsIN Co-Founder Sammie, talks about the true meaning of Christmas. This time of year isn’t always easy for people. It’s not for me either. The Christmas and New Year festivities. read more…
Time has been my friend, patience my new pal. Keeping my cool for three years straight has been a winning goal. Writing and writing for all to see and reading. read more…
Tag: mental health
Having a mentally ill child – the musings of a parent.
A study conducted by the NHS in 2017 shows that one in eight 5 to 19 year olds had a mental disorder in 2017. Quite a staggering number that’s likely. read more…
Time for PoetsIN to Blow our own Collective Trumpets
We keep saying it, and we’ll say it again – don’t judge a book by its cover. PoetsIN are much more than the name suggests; and we’ve evolved much over. read more…
Pete’s Story: My Suicide Attempt – Where it Began Part 2
In the UK, men are three times as likely to take their own lives than women. Whilst the number is starting to decrease through the erosion of the stigma attached. read more…
Meet Emma – Our London Marathon Runner
We had some sad news a while back, when we learned that injury had stopped our Virgin London Marathon runner being able to take part. Panic ensued as it was. read more…
Writer Profiles – Writer, Poet and Photographer Cendrine Marrouat
Everyone has a story to tell; each one of us a writer of poetry – some, without even realising. That stream of consciousness that runs in our veins? It’s poetry. read more…
Meet PoetsIN’s Newest Ambassador – Jo Hodson
This year is an exciting one for PoetsIN. We have plans. Big plans of growth through extending what we do, where we do it and with whom; by collaborating and. read more…
I am NOT Sad, I’m Depressed – Guest Blog by Patrick Bailey
Sadness is not the same feeling as being depressed. At one point or the other, everyone gets depressed like when you don’t pass an interview for your dream job, or. read more…
PoetsINterview With Charity Co-Founder Sammie
Whilst sticking to the familiar theme of interviews with writers on a Friday, we’re walking a slightly different path today. This pathway will take us through some of the same. read more…
The Pressures of Christmas
PoetsIN Co-Founder Sammie, talks about the true meaning of Christmas. This time of year isn’t always easy for people. It’s not for me either. The Christmas and New Year festivities. read more…
Luke Reflects on Writing, the PoetsIN Community, his Achievements This Year and Coming out as Transgender
Time has been my friend, patience my new pal. Keeping my cool for three years straight has been a winning goal. Writing and writing for all to see and reading. read more…