Using analogue, creative hobbies for mental wellbeing – and a HUGE list of hobby ideas

From previous posts in here or comments on my Instagram or Twitter feed you may have come across me owning up (occasionally and discretely) to having been diagnosed with both anxiety and panic disorder. I am also, in general, an advocate for looking after positive mental health and I am a trained mental health first

Pumpkin rolls

Pumpkin shaped and pumpkin flavoured – bring a little autumnal creativity to your table with these delicious rolls

Cider and olive oil crackers

Crispy, tangy and a little spicy, these olive oil and cider crackers bring something different to your snacking

Garlicky, herby, cheesey, buttery ‘bookshelf’ bread for tearing and sharing

Garlicky, cheesey, herby, buttery ‘bookshelf’ bread just for tearing and sharing

Bacon and shallot wholemeal spelt soda bread

Ah, it may be the simplest of loaves but don’t be fooled as soda bread can be delicious. The use of rich, nutty wholemeal spelt flour and the classic bacon and shallot filling makes this quick loaf a useful recipe to have on hand. Notes Makes one medium sized loaf Takes about 25 minutes’ preparation

Summer season baked nectarine cheesecake with a biscuit and pink peppercorn base

Summer season nectarine baked cheesecake with a biscuit and pink peppercorn base