One of my new coping mechanisms, and direct action against climate change, is planting all the seeds of fruit I eat that can feasibly grow and thrive in the UK. This translates to every apple I eat being harvested for its seeds which are then planted. Once healthy and strong, […]
Having a positive mental attitude isn’t just, or possibly even about smiling and laughing and always being happy. It’s about staying calm and controlled in the face of adversity. It’s about confidence. Knowing your limits. Trusting your team mates. Learning new stuff. Standing your ground. Keeping an open mind. Strength […]
During Jen’s breast cancer treatment, it became apparent to me – changed me quite fundamentally, actually – the only people who truly matter in this world are the people who help other people. I’m guessing it’s not such a profound realisation for many of you. But it was for me. […]
I’ve noticed a lot of people – myself included – experiencing heightened stress as a result of ‘the situation’. The following is the ‘Coping’ chapter of my book ‘Caring for a Partner with Breast Cancer in the UK’. While it’s written in the context of a partner having breast cancer, […]
We are on the brink of a biological and technological paradigm shift in our capability to shape reality as we know it. Assuming we aren’t ‘great filtered’ out of the equation, of course, we have a duty, as humans, to leave a pristine planet behind us for others. We need […]
[I started writing this before C19 struck. So there may be some weird tenses.] Brain dump incoming. Buckle up! As you mostly all know by now, Jen endured the almost unendurable in 2018/19 and is still healing as a result. If you’re not aware: grade 3, stage 3 breast cancer; […]
Media release from the office of Dom Burns For immediate release The book no-one wants to write or buy. It’s a book for (mostly) men, about caring for a partner with breast cancer in the UK. It’s called: Every Step of the Way Front cover: The book is currently available […]
So I picked ‘it’ up yesterday. It’s called Althea Rideau. It looks like this: And tastes like bland, oily cannabis.
Because it was so frustrating, I’ve vowed to raise awareness and signpost some stuff in the hopes it saves people coming after me a little stress and time? Edit 2: This: I know it seems silly, but I feel compelled to say this: The following information should not be considered […]