Share |

Content about Steve Smith

February 22, 2013

'I couldn't tie my shoelaces' - how one man took on his OCD

Cardiff charity worker Steve Smith talks about obsessions and phobias – and how he is claiming his life back.

OBSESSIVE compulsive disorder is a condition which subjects the sufferer to repetitive and upsetting thoughts or behaviours.

Those who suffer from the disorder find themselves held hostage by a whole range of thoughts and feelings which are disruptive to their daily lives. Some are forced into compulsive behaviours to help ease these thoughts.

The disorder itself can range in severity and many people cope by completing simple rituals or by trying to exercise mental control to push these thoughts from their minds.

March 4, 2011

Fair Trade fortnight comes to Cardiff

Fair Trade Wales is marking Fair Trade Fortnight by temporarily setting up shop in Morgan Arcade, with the help of independent Cardiff company Fair Do's.

Wales became the first Fair Trade nation in 2008, and Fair Trade Wales continue to encourage schools, businesses and other organisations to start using Fair Trade produce.

February 15, 2011

Cardiff's new currency

A community group have made the next step in developing their own currency with an ethical twist.

A community group have made the next step in developing their own currency with an ethical twist. The Cardiff Taffs scheme was set up two years ago to "cut out the middle man" and bring the community spirit back to Cardiff. With over 100 members in south Wales, there is more expansion planned, it seems the trade-for-trade is the way forward for an increasing number of small businesses.