As the summer winds down and stores start filling with notebooks, backpacks, and pencils, many students (and even parents) feel a familiar knot in their stomach—back to school nerves. Whether you’re in primary school, heading to secondary school, or even moving onto college, the shift back into routines and classrooms can feel overwhelming. The goodContinue reading “Back to School Nerves: Why They Happen and How to Handle Them”
Author Archives: Victoria Warwick-Jones
Why do I struggle on rainy days?
When It Rains Inside Too There’s something about rainy days that makes everything heavier. Maybe it’s the grey sky pressing down on your shoulders or the way the cold creeps through layers of clothes and skin until it settles in your bones. Maybe it’s the silence between raindrops that echoes louder than any storm. RainyContinue reading “Why do I struggle on rainy days?”
What is Mindfulness?
Mindfulness is the practice of paying full attention to the present moment—deliberately and without judgment. It involves being aware of your thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and surroundings as they are, rather than how you wish they were. Practicing mindfulness can have a wide range of benefits for your mental, emotional, and even physical well-being. KeyContinue reading “What is Mindfulness?”
How do I cope with sudden change?
Change is inevitable, but sudden change? That’s a whole different beast. One day everything is normal, the next day — a job is lost, a relationship ends, an unexpected event flips your world upside down. It’s disorienting, uncomfortable, and sometimes downright scary. But here’s the truth: while we can’t always control what happens to us,Continue reading “How do I cope with sudden change?”
How to Know You’re in an Abusive Relationship
Recognising an abusive relationship can be difficult, especially when emotions are involved. Abuse can manifest in many forms—emotional, physical, financial, or psychological. Understanding the signs is crucial for your well-being and safety. Here are key indicators that you may be in an abusive relationship: 1. Control and Manipulation Abusers often exert control over their partner’sContinue reading “How to Know You’re in an Abusive Relationship”
Understanding Teenage Anxiety: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Anxiety is a natural response to stress, but when it becomes overwhelming or persistent, it can disrupt daily life. Teenagers, in particular, are highly susceptible to anxiety due to the numerous changes and pressures they experience during this stage of development. Understanding the causes, symptoms, and effective coping strategies is crucial for supporting teens throughContinue reading “Understanding Teenage Anxiety: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions”
Life as a teenage girl in 2025 in the UK
I work with a lot of teenage girls within my practice and it is so sad to hear some of the things that they say to me. There seems to be a real issue with how young girls and women are treated in society in 2025. The sexualisation of teenage girls in the UK isContinue reading “Life as a teenage girl in 2025 in the UK”
What can we learn about human behaviour from “The Traitors” on TV?
The Traitors TV show, a reality competition where contestants must work together to complete tasks while some are secretly designated as “traitors” who sabotage the group’s efforts, offers rich insights into human behavior. Here’s what the show can teach us: Overall, The Traitors is a fascinating exploration of how humans behave when trust, loyalty, deception,Continue reading “What can we learn about human behaviour from “The Traitors” on TV?”
How do I explain divorce to my child?
Explaining divorce to children can be a delicate process, and it’s important to approach it with care and honesty. Here’s a guide on how to do it effectively: By handling the situation with sensitivity and care, you can help your child navigate this challenging time and provide them with the support they need.
Top tips for living with chronic pain
Coping with Chronic Pain: Strategies for finding relief and improving quality of life Chronic pain affects millions of people worldwide and can profoundly impact daily life. Unlike acute pain, which comes from a specific injury or illness and resolves as it heals, chronic pain persists for months or even years, often without a clear cause.Continue reading “Top tips for living with chronic pain”
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