“Refugees are lovely and friendly and positive, but they are still in a vulnerable, powerless situation”
In light of the recent news coverage on the refugee crisis, we thought it was appropriate to share this contributor’s story about their time spent at a Calais refugee camp. This story gives us an important reminder that refugees are human, despite being demonised in much of the mainstream political narrative. This is also a useful […]
“Life will always throw the unexpected, the only consistency is yourself”
Stories like this epitomise the reason we created Stozzys. A heart-warming and inspirational story of a young woman navigating her way through epilepsy and learning to love herself along the way. She learnt that “life will always throw the unexpected, the only consistency is yourself.” You can learn more about epilepsy and how to manage it via the NHS […]
“My child is at the start of their transition”
June was Pride Month and we witnessed some amazing and inspiring online celebrations considering the restrictions on movement. We champion inclusivity at Stozzys and are passionate that there is a place for everyone on our platform if they don’t incite hatred. This week we bring to you the story of a young transgender person’s mother as her […]
The Common Misconception of Racism
One of our recent contributors provided us with valuable insight on her experience of being a British Indian. Her true life story is an enlightening account of how racism doesn’t have to be spoken and how passive behaviours can create an unwelcoming atmosphere for members of our community. We are incredibly grateful to our contributors […]
Guilty until proven innocent?
The story of George Floyd, a man killed by the police because they believed he had used a fraudulent $20 note, has triggered international protests against the mistreatment of Black members of our communities. Whilst this story is a shocking event, what is more shocking is the number of accounts of racial abuse that are […]
How to welcome newborns into the world during a pandemic
According to the UN, around 36,000 babies are born each day. That’s more than 130 million a year! With each birth being a miracle in itself, a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of procreation, it’s no surprise that people are becoming frustrated at not being able to see the new additions to the families of their nearest and dearest. […]
Five reasons why sharing true life stories is good for your health
Storytelling is an ancient means of passing on and sharing wisdom and it is no less relevant today than it was for our hunter gatherer forefathers. It has evolved over the years, like many other forms of behaviour, to ensure our survival. Storytelling and sharing true life stories makes us human. It is pervasive through […]
How sharing your COVID-19 stories can help you to get through the pandemic
The current COVID-19 pandemic is the first of its kind in living memory. An unforeseen one in a hundred-year event which has forced us to change the way we live our lives beyond recognition. At a time where we are physically separated from our friends and loved ones and experiencing the anxieties that come with […]