Posts by David Hurst
How mental health problems will so often cause physical health problems
How we think, feel and consequently behave will so often have an impact on our physical health that can be the life or death of us. That’s because our mind, body and spirit are inextricably linked. Ask any doctor whether our emotional and physical conditions are connected – and it will be a resounding yes.…
Read MoreHow to find your true self
So many people live their life not being true to themselves. The real problem is that a great many people never actually know their true self. Shakespeare famously wrote: “To thine own self be true.” We all need to be our true self for real happiness. It is what everyone is really yearning for –…
Read MoreFive essential things anyone can do every day for a happier life & positive energy 🙂
Have a look through this article “21 ways to live brilliantly” and have a try of any of those that you like the look of in some way. Try them for a week and if they help, then it makes sense to carry on doing them. The ones I would say are really essential are:…
Read More“It’s our spirit that tells us if we’re happy or sad.”
My chat with lovely Hannah Charlotte for her wonderfully insightful podcast. We covered loads – recovery, mental health problems, the Twelve Steps, Hero’s Journey, God, Love, non-love, Carl Jung, author Matt Haig, Dr Gabor Maté, addiction, alcoholism, my book 12 Steps To 1 Hero, plus clubbing/raving in the late 1980s and throughout the 1990s… https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/jumping-through-hoops-with-hannah-charlotte/id1329266713
Read MoreWhy being grateful is so important to feeling great
When people ask me for help, one of the first things I advise them to do is think about things they have to be grateful for in life. This is because such as depression, stress and anxiety cannot coexist alongside gratitude. Gratitude always shoves away depression and anxiety, in the same way that you cannot…
Read MoreWhy everyone needs to go on their own Hollywood hero’s journey
Most likely, your favourite film or novel is your favourite because it tells you about something that you know deep down you need to do in order to live the best life you possibly can. From The Wizard Of Oz, Watership Down, Star Wars and Superman to The Lord Of The Rings, The Matrix and…
Read MoreTrue story: “An introduction to my recovery – life’s great!”
Here’s Chris, who I was fortunate enough to be asked to help, speaking honestly about where he was, what he did – and how life is now. Chris: “A light overview of how my recovery journey began, hopefully something in here that you can relate to.”
Read MoreHow to beat anxiety
A brief introduction on how everyone can beat anxiety, no one has to suffer from it, that it is to do with the ultimate choice we all have… that most people don’t realise we have.
Read MoreUnderstanding foods and fasting for your overall wellbeing & happiness
Our physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing are completely connected. So, having the right diet will significantly help in every aspect of someone’s life. For instance, deficiencies in nutrients and vitamins will affect not only how our skin and hair looks but also negatively impact our mood and energy levels. If we eat a poor diet…
Read MoreWhy gratitude is so vital in recovery and for wellbeing
Gratitude is essential if you want to live a happy and purposeful life – and get on in recovery. Wellbeing Coach David Hurst outlines exactly why in this video.
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