by Bryden Commons | Oct 18, 2017 | Politics, Users
Over the last few weeks, we’ve explored democracy, and what it looks like in Britain today. This week, we are digging a little deeper, and asking how we make democracy fair. Secret Ballots Perhaps the main way in which we have made democracy fair is by using secret...
by Bryden Commons | Oct 10, 2017 | Mental Health, Users
This week, we’ll be exploring how engaging in creative outlets can help you to care for your mental health. For many years now, people have talked about how creativity can help to ease symptoms of mental illness. Although this has been shown through people reporting...
by Bryden Commons | Oct 6, 2017 | Fun Facts, Get My Grades, Social Skills
In 1963, a freelance artist in Worcester, MA was paid $240 to draw a smile campaign to boost morale for company employees. Harvey Ball was unsatisfied with his first drawing of a smile, but after adding two eyes, the smiley face he created has lasted through time and...
by Bryden Commons | Oct 5, 2017 | Politics, Students
Following last week’s exploration of democracy, this week we will be exploring what democracy looks like in Britain. Westminster As we touched on last week, during general elections the population are able to vote for Members of Parliament to represent their interests...
by Bryden Commons | Oct 4, 2017 | Mental Health, Users
This week’s mental health series blog is going to explore a key element in looking after your mental health – talking! Whether you’re suffering with a long term mental illness, exam stress, or are having difficulties with people close to you, talking can be a great...
