Ilana Estelle

Position:

Author & Writer

Awards / Certifications:

  • Dip. Counselling (OCODL)
  • Dip. Diet and Nutrition (Distinction) (OCODL)
  • Dip. Nutritional Therapy (Distinction) (OCODL)
  • S.N.H.S. Dip. (Stress Management)
  • S.N.H.S. Dip. (Psychotherapy & Counselling)

About the author:

Ilana Estelle is a mental health and wellbeing advocate who combines educational insight with her personal experience of living with physical, mental, and emotional disabilities. She holds diplomas in Counselling, Diet and Nutrition, Nutritional Therapy, Psychotherapy and Counselling, and Stress Management. Through her writing, Ilana supports others in navigating their emotional, mental, and physical health challenges. In addition to writing for The CP Diary, her work has appeared in healthy lifestyle magazines. Ilana is also the author of three books: Cerebral Palsy: A Story – Finding the Calm After the Storm, Spirituality, Healing and Me, and Survival: The Covid Years – Time for Change.

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Blogs by Ilana Estelle

Date 10 June 2024
Author Ilana Estelle

Contrition: No Half Measures

You're either contrite or you're not, there are no half measures. Not everyone will live with contrition, be contrite. Contrition is not just about apologising…
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Date 9 June 2024
Author Ilana Estelle

Twinset: Personal Reflections

Although our lives turned out differently, I still feel my 'twin' experience captures the unique and profound bond shared by twins, particularly in the context…
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Date 8 June 2024
Author Ilana Estelle

Life Struggles and Coping with Loss

Life is challenging right now and I’m struggling to find my footing. I know its autism; tinnitus, societal unrest, the political corruption and mismanagement that's…
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Date 7 June 2024
Author Ilana Estelle

A quote by Mariel Hemingway

Something inspirational: "Mental health and mental health balance is critical to leading a healthy life." MARIEL HEMINGWAY ... so why are we not dealing with…
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Date 6 June 2024
Author Ilana Estelle

Contrition

No contrition means no remorse, regret, or guilt, especially for actions that are considered morally or ethically wrong. In those cases it can be challenging…
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Date 5 June 2024
Author Ilana Estelle

Family Estrangement: Causes and Solutions

Everyone will know about family estrangement – it's a complex and multifaceted issue that can affect individuals and families from all walks of life. Family…
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Date 4 June 2024
Author Ilana Estelle

The CP Diary Counselling Hub

My writing is a reflection of my authentic self, and my website is a sanctuary where I share my thoughts, experiences, and perspectives with the…
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Date 3 June 2024
Author Ilana Estelle

Journalism Accountability

Journalism accountability refers to the responsibility of journalists and news organisations to uphold ethical standards, ensure accuracy, fairness, and transparency in their reporting, and maintain…
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Date 2 June 2024
Author Ilana Estelle

A Steve Biko quote

Something inspirational: "People must be aware of their problems in a realistic way. They must be able to analyse their problems and to work out…
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Date 1 June 2024
Author Ilana Estelle

A quote by Bobby Knight

Something inspirational: "The will to succeed is important, but what’s more important is the will to prepare." BOBBY KNIGHT
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Date 31 May 2024
Author Ilana Estelle

Helicopter Parenting: Coping Strategies

If you have been affected by helicopter parents, this blog should help. The issues of being a child of helicopter parents means there will be…
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Date 30 May 2024
Author Ilana Estelle

Sardine and Mashed Avocado Toast

Sardine and Mashed Avocado Toast Ingredients: 1/2 avocado 2 whole sardines, (If you're using fresh sardines remove head, tails and bones) 2 slices whole grain…
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