5 Ways To Improve A Head Day

Even if you’ve never used the term ‘head day’ before you can probably guess what it means. You’ve also probably had a few, maybe without even realising it. For those of us who struggle more than most with head days, stopping them from turning into a full blown meltdowns can often feel like trying to steer a jet rocket with both hands tied behind your back.

For someone dealing with mental health conditions every day can be a battle. Some are bigger than others. Some are minor victories and some are relentless uphill slogs. Whatever’s going on up there, I’ve found a few ways to help nudge my brain back online.

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How To: Make Boozy Hot Chocolate

So, I was rummaging around Pinterest drooling over all of the amazing hot, wintery (and alcoholic) drinks people make this time of year, wishing I had the skill or the attention span to make any of them. This then resulted in me stood pondering over my kitchen cupboards wondering how I could make something sinfully delicious to warm my bones on a cold winter evening. I don’t have much in the way of zest or sprinkles or random fruits/herbs I’ve never heard of – but I do have more Jack Daniel’s whiskey than your average twenty something, so… *in the Powerpuff Girls narrator voice*

THUS, JACK’S SWEET DREAM WAS BORN!

It was heaven. HEAVEN! If you’re a fan of hot chocolate and whiskey, read on!

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Ingredients

  • 1 small mug of milk
  • Hot chocolate powder
  • Half a shot glass of Jack Daniel’s honey
  • Half a shot glass of regular Jack Daniel’s
  • Whipped cream
  • A handful of marshmallows
  • A sprinkle of cinnamon
  • Chocolate sauce

Method

In a saucepan heat the milk (any kind you want) on a low heat until warm. Stir in your powder (I use sachets but a few teaspoons of your favourite works too) until the milk is smooth and chocolatey, which should take about a minute.

Measure and add both JD flavours and continue to stir for about twenty seconds. Add in a sprinkle of cinnamon. Stir for another twenty to thirty seconds and then remove from the heat.

Pour the hot chocolate in to a large mug. Add whipped cream, marshmallows and chocolate sauce. Sprinkle a little more cinnamon.

Take a picture for Instagram and then enjoy!

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