Today many of the pressure of life demands can cause stress, particularly work, relationships and money problems. Stress is the feeling of being under too much mental or emotional pressure which in turn can lead you feeling you are unable to cope. We all have different ways of reacting to stress. When you feel stressed, […]
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5 Life lessons in life from Dr Seuss: Today you are You, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is Youer than You. This gem of wisdom reminds us that our uniqueness is our greatest strength. In a world often urging conformity, Seuss encourages us to embrace our individuality, to stand
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There is much excitement in my child’s class this week – the eggs they have been watching for 3 weeks had finally hatched! Eight baby chicks greeted us this morning. A quick photograph of their excited faces captured their joy and made me smile all the way home. This excitement made me realise how I
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Believing in yourself helps build personal growth and success. It’s becomes your inner strength and capabilities to overcome challenges and achieve your goals. When you believe in yourself, you pave the way for self-confidence, resilience, and a positive mindset, essential attributes for reaching your full potential. When I posted the quote… look in the mirror
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Writing therapy is a powerful tool, which can be used both in and out of the counselling room. One method I often use in the counselling room is writing unsent letters. Writing unsent letters is a powerful exercise for individuals to express their deepest emotions and confront unresolved feelings in a safe way. Inspiration and
A recent article I read on the war children on Uganda, reminded me of some work my charity, International Rescue Committee did with the war children who returned to the villages. A project used art therapy to help the children express their emotions. What I learnt from watching their work has helped me build upon
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Eating Disorder Week gives us the chance to reflect upon clients, friends, and colleagues, who may suffer the challenges of eating disorders. Today’s Guardian article (‘What all health professionals should know’ highlights the complexity of eating disorders. It also reports that this is a growing problem amongst young people. Society often blames role models who associate
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Postnatal Depression: A Personal Story of Recovery Postnatal depression (PND) is a type of depression that can develop in the weeks or months following childbirth. It’s important to understand that PND is not a sign of weakness or failure—it’s a medical condition that affects many new mothers. Symptoms can vary but often include ongoing feelings
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