Victoria Mitchell Health and Wellness Coach

01/05/2026

The thing about Gen X women over 50 is this!

* We were out and about roaming the streets, but we got ourselves home with no mobile phones, no money and the parents not having a clue where we were!

* Out late on a school night, BUT we still turned up for work on 3 hours sleep and a club stamp on our hand, and still put in a hard day's graft!

* Sharing a can of Tennents ' Lager Lovelies ' beer with your mates in the park! 😂

* No smartphones, no constant check-ins!

Those same women are now either Peri-menopausal or Menopausal and have zero tolerance for anyone's drama or nonsense, and couldn't care less about the opinions of others!

Go shine my fellow Gen X beauties! 😉🔥❤️

30/04/2026

30/04/2026

Not everyone will walk your path… and you won’t walk theirs. Different stories. Different timing. Different battles only God understands. But sometimes… He lets our paths cross for a moment. Not to compare. Not to compete. But to encourage. ❤️

( photo credit Mindful Christianity )

28/04/2026

We all stumble, we all fall, and we all make mistakes. No one is perfect.

If we let mistakes define our connections, we risk a life of isolation. Choose grace and choose understanding, because we all need second chances..... even YOU🙏

( photo credit Mindful Christianity )

26/04/2026

These bright pink nails are a reminder that self-care is powerful. When we take a moment to care for ourselves—small things, like a fresh set of nails ( my last set were 5 weeks old lol), we are honouring our worth and also a wee bit of self-care ♥️

Everyone's idea of self-care is completely different, but for me personally, getting a nice set of nails done gives me so much pleasure 💅

I ADORE these ♥️♥️♥️

Who else agrees that a fresh and beautiful set of nails is a lovely form of self-care? 😊

25/04/2026

Today was a good day! 🙏

* Early morning walks close to nature♥️
* Cuddles with Miss Saskia♥️
* Afternoon spent celebrating my daddy's 90th Birthday with family ♥️

I hope you all had a good Saturday! 😘

23/04/2026

Homeless individuals leaving hospital departments very ill putting them at severe risk on the streets is sadly on the increase.

Securing a bed for those who are homeless is becoming more difficult due to a severe shortage of spaces. Many individuals face nights without shelter, with some relying on “hidden” options like sleeping on public transport, cars or under bridges.

Those requiring medical treatment experiencing homelessness are often discharged from hospital back onto the street as our health service struggle to secure accommodation through the NIHE once a person is ready for discharge while many leaving without being treated and putting them at risk of dying on our streets.

Vulnerable individuals experiencing severe physical, mental health and addiction problems are left to walk our streets without any prospect of a secure place to stay for the night, this is becoming a serious problem with the NIHE day service advising to phone back at 5pm to the out of hours service who have limited options.

Cross departmental working within health and housing at Stormont is not working and is in chaos putting lives at risk every day in Belfast and across Northern Ireland, we need to an urgent response to this as the streets of Belfast are becoming less safe for those experiencing homelessness.

There is significant failures from our NI Executive on supporting those most vulnerable and this needs to change to prevent more deaths.

23/04/2026

Every single person you meet, including your friends, are fighting a battle you know nothing about. Behind every smile, there are struggles, and unseen weight!

Don’t rush to judge, as every life is a journey, and everyone deserves a little grace,forgiveness, understanding and encouragement along the way ♥️🙏

Ps...what a beautiful and meaningful prayer 🙏 ❤️

( photo credit Kelly's Treehouse )

23/04/2026

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21/04/2026

Daily Coffee

were making a few changes for a better coffee experience new setting new menu on the way & some new products & if you haven’t seen it already New Signage & More Dog Friendly

19/04/2026

Amazing post by Dr Helen Wall ! Check out her page!

"This is still sooo underrecognied in healthcare. I’m trying to get this on everyone’s minds. This may be the first time a woman presents when her hormones unravel and the capacity to keep masking slips away.

Neurodivergence (ADHD, autism etc) can be affected by hormonal fluctuations due to the interaction between hormones and the brain’s functioning via chemical messengers. This is basic neuroscience so why do we not discuss it more?

1. Hormonal Sensitivity and the Brain
Oestrogen and progesterone levels fluctuate throughout the menstrual cycle, during pregnancy, and during menopause. These hormones influence neurotransmitter systems/ chemical messengers like serotonin, dopamine, and GABA, which regulate mood, focus, and energy. Neurodivergence (e.g., ADHD, autism, dyspraxia) often involve atypical neurotransmitter activity, making fluctuations more noticeable.

✅Oestrogen’s Role: High estrogen levels (e.g., before ovulation) can enhance focus and mood, while low levels (e.g., premenstrual phase) may worsen executive dysfunction, emotional regulation, and sensory sensitivities.

2. Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) and PMDD
For some women, premenstrual syndrome (PMS) or its more severe form, premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), can amplify neurodivergent traits. This happens due to the drop in oestrogen and serotonin levels, leading to heightened emotional sensitivity, irritability, or difficulty concentrating.

3. Cortisol and Stress
Hormonal shifts can increase cortisol (the stress hormone) levels, particularly during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle. For neurodivergent individuals, stress responses may already be heightened, so this can exacerbate traits like anxiety, sensory overload, or difficulty managing change.

4. Menopause
During menopause, declining oestrogen levels and increased hormonal instability can worsen cognitive challenges, emotional regulation, and sensory issues, particularly exacerbating neurodivergence.

The diagnostic criteria and clinical view of things like ADHD is through a male gaze. So many women hit perimenopause undiagnosed and totally unravel. It’s not fair. Help me spread the word"