The truth about being in control
Sometimes the world feels a scary place. And I’m not talking just about floods, famine, wars, random acts of violence. Even the day to day can feel overwhelming and anxiety making. Do you find...
View ArticleThe one thing I wish I could do more of
I was walking to work this week and two adults on bikes swerved passed me on the pavement narrowly missing me. Not anything unusual in that. I see it happening all the time. But I noticed my chest...
View Article3 reasons why you find it hard to trust and you feel so anxious
‘She’s bound to let me down’ ‘He doesn’t really like me’ ‘She’s only saying that because she feels sorry for me’ ‘That’s not what he’s really thinking about me.’ Do you ever have any of these...
View ArticleThe secret highly driven people don’t want you to know
The brave face, the disarming smile. On paper Ellie* has a lot going for her. She’s the kind of person everyone wants to be friends with. People gravitate to her and have done throughout her life....
View ArticleF*** it, f*** everything and everyone – managing your anger
Andy* is boiling over with rage. His colleagues are metaphorically ducking for cover again as he starts to build up a head of steam. His voice raises in tone and volume. His face changes to a...
View ArticleThe hidden message behind loneliness and depression
I’m sitting at my desk, laptop infront of me. To my left, my work phone; to my right my personal phone. In my browser window behind, my social networks spew their messages out. And here I am...
View ArticleHow to beat the holiday blues
You’re a few days into your holiday. This break has been long awaited. The thought of getting away from work / home life has been in your mind for weeks, if not months. So here you are. It should...
View ArticleWhat to do when your partner goes moody on you
You’re out having a meal together. So far the evening has gone well. But then something gets said. The atmosphere chills and your partner goes silent on you. It’s a familiar experience by now in your...
View ArticleI’m worried if I show my vulnerability, people will take advantage
Celine* is always smiling. It’s a disarming smile, because it says I’m friendly. But it also says don’t get too close. It’s a well practised look which has served her well until now. It keeps the world...
View Article5 questions to ask if you feel like running away
There are these moments in life when it all starts to feel too much. Perhaps it’s the continual work demands, stresses and requests that play havoc with your sense of wellbeing. Or maybe your...
View ArticleWhy is it so hard to say no?
You’re just in the middle of cooking dinner. The phone rings. You look down. It’s mum calling. You pick up for the chat even though it isn’t the best time. She knows this is when you usually have...
View Article25 Ways to Survive Christmas (and family occasions)
As Christmas approaches, you may be relishing the prospect of time off and being with your family. But for many people, Christmas and family occasions can evoke dread, anxiety and depression. It’s less...
View ArticleWhy does my relationship keep getting stuck?
You feel like you’re banging your head against a brick wall. You’ve had this same argument countless times but nothing shifts. Things get said, by both of you. Things you only half mean but which...
View Article7 reasons you avoid confrontation
There they go again. Criticising this, undermining that, taking knocks out of who you are and what you try and do every day to support them. It’s so hard to take when you can see so clearly what you...
View ArticleWill people still like me if I change?
You’re at a crossroads. One way brings greater freedom, inner peace, more fulfilment. But at a price. You may need to assert your needs, say no more often, disappoint others to be more of who you can...
View ArticleThe hidden message behind loneliness and depression
I’m sitting at my desk, laptop infront of me. To my left, my work phone; to my right my personal phone. In my browser window behind, my social networks spew their messages out. And here I am...
View ArticleHow to beat the holiday blues
You’re a few days into your holiday. This break has been long awaited. The thought of getting away from work / home life has been in your mind for weeks, if not months. So here you are. It should...
View ArticleWhat to do when your partner goes moody on you
You’re out having a meal together. So far the evening has gone well. But then something gets said. The atmosphere chills and your partner goes silent on you. It’s a familiar experience by now in your...
View ArticleI’m worried if I show my vulnerability, people will take advantage
Celine* is always smiling. It’s a disarming smile, because it says I’m friendly. But it also says don’t get too close. It’s a well practised look which has served her well until now. It keeps the world...
View Article5 questions to ask if you feel like running away
There are these moments in life when it all starts to feel too much. Perhaps it’s the continual work demands, stresses and requests that play havoc with your sense of wellbeing. Or maybe your...
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