Dr Alex

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This was for both Freya and Llŷr - I simply couldn’t have done it without you. When the road got long, having you by my side gave me the drive I needed to reach the finish line. I miss you every single day, and I hope I’ve made you proud. I’m overwhelmed with gratitude for the incredible support I received along the way, and for everything we’ve achieved together for Anthony Nolan. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart 💙 Alex x 📸 credits: Chloe Morgan Media

My dear friend Freya got cancer when we were at medical school. Our plan was to run the London Marathon when she got better. She never recovered. Just before she passed, Freya asked if I would run the London in her honor. Yesterday I fulfilled my promise. For Freya 💙 #londomarathon #runner #run

Today is the 1st of May, which means it’s #postyourpill and I’m 4 months in to my new medication, so I wanted to give an update on how it’s going. I’m so grateful that these pills have given me the lift I needed to climb out of a dark, scary place - to lift my head up and fully engage with everything else I do to support my mental health, such as exercise, nature, meditation, staying alcohol-free, but also to really live and enjoy my life. Sometimes a little extra help is what makes the difference. And that’s not a weakness. It’s a strength. To whoever needs to hear this today: future you will thank you for getting the help you need and deserve. Whether that’s medication, therapy, or simply opening up to someone - don’t let stigma be the reason you don’t reach out. If you feel you can, join me and #postyourpill to end medication stigma. We are not pro-meds, we are anti-shame. Feel free to share this to your stories, you never know who in your life needs this message. Remember, there is always light at the end of the tunnel. Thank you, always, for your support. Alex x #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #postyourpill #antishame

Do you trust yourself? Overthinking isn’t about thinking too much, it’s about not trusting yourself to handle what might happen.⁠ ⁠ The anxious brain craves certainty. But real strength comes from saying, “I don’t know… and that’s okay.” ⁠ Trust yourself. Choose values over fear. Keep moving forward.⁠ ⁠ The control you’re chasing? It’s already within you 💭 ⁣ Save this for the days your mind won’t stop racing. #mentalfitness #MentalHealth #overthinking #anxiety

I asked an elderly lady what advice she would give a younger person about life. What she said was simple and yet profound. Not everything should be intellectualised. Trying to find an answer to everything leads to a wasted life and unnecessary suffering. I always try to learn from older people, they have often lived through so much and while they aren’t always right, there is still so much to gain from their experience. Do you worry? Have you tried to live by this advice? Please share to your stories or send to a friend. You never know who needs this right now. Please do follow my page for more mental fitness advice 💙 #worry #lifequotes #mentalfitness

When you’re feeling down, your mind can play tricks on you. “Stay inside. Cancel your plans. You won’t contribute much. Just stay in bed.” Thoughts like these show up when sadness takes the wheel. But pause for a moment and ask yourself: What would the happiest version of me choose right now? Then go and do it. Send this to someone who needs the reminder today #mindset #mentalfitness #MentalHealth

Worrying doesn’t take away tomorrows problems, just todays peace. If you are a worrier, you need to hear this. #MentalHealth #mentalfitness #LifeAdvice

Anxiety isn’t a flaw and there’s definitely nothing wrong with you. It’s your body keeping you safe… just a little too well. It’s your brain predicting danger before it’s even there. A natural, built-in survival system trying to protect you. ⁣ The problem? Sometimes that system goes into overdrive. Racing heart. Tense muscles. A stomach in knots - all signs your brain thinks you’re under threat, even if you’re sitting still. ⁣ And your thinking brain? Instead of calming things down, it floods you with “what-ifs.” With tools like grounding, deep breathing, and mindfulness, you can retrain your brain to respond differently. ⁣ Understanding anxiety is the first step. You’ve got more control than you think 💙 Let me know your thoughts in the comments below and send this to someone who might need to hear it today 🙏 #mentalfitness #anxiety #tools

What if it all works out? Use this technique to tackle uncertainty and fear of failure. You are far more capable than you think. Send this to someone who needs to see it and save as a reminder 💙 #mentalfitness #MentalHealth #mindset

I spent years training to become a doctor and working on the frontline in A&E - and I’ll always be grateful for everything the NHS taught me. Those shifts, my colleagues and the patients I had the honour of treating shaped who I am. But over time, I realised I could help even more people by stepping away from the hospital and using my voice in a different way. Quitting medicine wasn’t an easy decision - it felt like walking away from the path I’d spent my whole life building. But it taught me something important: it’s ok to change direction. It’s ok to outgrow a career, a title, or an identity if your purpose evolves and it’s important to keep moving. Now, I focus on spreading awareness about mental fitness, prevention, and the tools we all need to protect our wellbeing before crisis hits and I’m so grateful for this community and the kindness, connection, and support we’ve created together. I believe in a future where mental fitness reaches as many people as possible, helping build resilience, confidence, and well-being in everyday life. If you’re standing at a crossroads, wondering whether it’s “too late” to change lanes - trust me, it’s not. Growth doesn’t follow one straight path, but what awaits on the other side might just exceed your wildest dreams 💙 #mentalfitness #growth #careers

Have we been getting it all wrong? Our minds are crying out for a way of living we’ve forgotten about - one that’s simpler, more connected, and really fulfilling. I think it’s high time we look at how our ancestors can teach us how to live happier. That’s exactly the conversation I’m having on this week’s episode of the Stompcast. I’m joined by neuroscientist and creator of The DOSE Effect, Tj Power. Together, we explore his fascinating framework for understanding how four key brain chemicals - dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins - shape both our mental and physical wellbeing. Tj’s organisation, The DOSE Lab, offers down-to-earth, science-backed tools designed to help people take charge of their mental health by rebalancing their brain chemistry. The best part? A happier, healthier mind is within your reach. You have the power to reset, rebalance, and thrive. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts 💙 #podcasts #mentalfitness #happiness

LET GO in order to be happy. Sounds easy doesn’t it? Try the worry hour to help you create space in your mind and your day. Over time this will help you to let go and live your life in the present. Have you tried this rechnique? #mentalfitness #MentalHealth #worry

I have been in heaven. I’ve honestly never seen something more beautiful than this magical island and my beach side room at the @ichaymangreatbarrierreef with its own plunge pool 🤩 The @whitsundaysqld have been an absolute dream and a must visit. Feeling more relaxed than I have done in years and so grateful I get to experience the world like this. It’s very special and I’m making memories to last a lifetime, on to the next stop 🙏 #gifted #travel #australia

When was the last time you cleared out your wardrobe? It’s so easy for things to pile up, until it feels like an impossible mountain to tackle. Funnily enough, I’ve found therapy can feel a lot like this too. Sometimes, it gets messier before it gets better. You have to pull everything out, lay it all on the floor, and really see what’s there before you can start putting things back in order. That’s certainly been my experience and it’s been one of the best things i’ve ever done - what about you? I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below. #mentalfitness #therapy #inspiration

Don’t waste your life. There is no second shot. This is not a trial run. Do you live your life as if there is? #MentalHealth #mentalfitness #LifeAdvice

Running has become an additional type of therapy for me lately. The miles home after my sessions have been grounding, reminding me to lift my head, take in the world, and notice all there is to be grateful for. It’s given me clarity, perspective, and peace and I hope the same for you too. 
Let me know your favourite routes or, if not running, what gives you a sense of grounding and peace? 👇 #mentalfitness #Running #therapy

What I’ve learnt in the 2 years since I was diagnosed with ADHD, so that you don’t have to. 1. More thought through responses > Instant gratification, 2. Take your symptoms or diagnosis seriously, it isn’t just a trend or a quirk, 3. Don’t drink alcohol, it adds petrol to the fire. I’d love to hear your thoughts below and let me know if this content is helpful for you / what you’d like to know more about. #adhd #mentalfitness #advice

Fast fashion is taking a serious toll on our mental health. The relentless pressure to keep up with trends and the constant urge to buy more have spiraled out of control, leaving us feeling more dissatisfied than ever. This week on The Stompcast, I’m joined by Patrick Grant, best known as a judge on The Great British Sewing Bee, to discuss how we can readdress our relationship with our wardrobes and items we own to give them more meaning in our lives and ultimately leave is happier. Patrick is a fashion designer, businessman, and former Savile Row tailor who is passionate about helping people rethink their shopping habits. Last year, he released his book Less: Stop Buying So Much Rubbish - How Having Fewer, Better Things Can Make Us Happier. I learnt so much in this episode, not only about the cost of what we buy on the planet and people, but also about its impact on ourselves. I highly recommend giving it a listen wherever you get your podcasts 💙 #podcasts #mentalfitness #fashion

I’m really quite messed up. Or that’s what I felt going into therapy. But over time you realise that isn’t the case. We do get through. To a better place. Whats your lessons from therapy? P.s running home from therapy is a vibe. #mentalfitness #MentalHealth #therapy