How to find a good Therapist
Many people who are in need of emotional support from a professional are not sure where to start so, here are my thoughts on how to find a good therapist for you. There are many types of therapy available and you need to find one that suits your particular personality and needs. The main ones […]
The Detrimental Effects of Loneliness
Loneliness can have a significant negative impact on emotional health. Here are some ways in which the detrimental effects of loneliness can show up in your life; Depression and anxiety: Loneliness often leads to feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and despair, which can contribute to the development of depression and anxiety disorders. The lack of social […]
9 Tips to Beat Stress and Anxiety
Here are 9 tips for beating stress and anxiety which you can start implementing today. They will help you start taking back control of your life so you can stop living in fear. When we experience heightened stress and anxiety our body may feel a number of physical sensations. These could include feeling faint […]
Managing Your Emotions
Managing your emotions can be tricky particularly when you have never been taught how best to do this. If you cannot manage or understand your own emotions it stands to reason that it’s going to be a challenge trying to manage the emotions of others. Try managing a resistant teenager, a two year olds meltdown, […]
Spotting the Signs of Emotional Abuse
Spotting the signs of emotional abuse can be difficult if you are living with it every day. You can be unwittingly drawn in to making yourself responsible for the abuser’s behaviour. You don’t want to be upsetting them or hold them accountable so you do what you can to keep them ‘happy’. This may mean […]
Learned Helplessness Explained!
In times past, baby elephants in the circus were tied to ground poles to keep them from wandering off. Because they were so young, this ground pole was enough to keep them in one place however much they attempted to get free. They soon learned they could not get free and so they gave up […]
Overcoming Anxiety & Depression
In order to overcome depression and anxiety, you have to believe there is hope for you to do so. As the saying goes, ‘whether you believe you can or whether you believe you can’t…..you are right! By seeking the correct help you can absolutely set yourself up for success.
