Find some calm in the madness of the world
Loss is the price we pay for Love
A therapist’s personal journey Over the past 2 and a half years, my partner and I have lost a parent each and 2 dogs. The pain we have experienced is like nothing we have seen before. As we are both therapists, we thought that we should be able to handle these deaths but to be…
How do I connect with my teenager?
One day we have a lovely young person living in our house and the next day we don’t recognise them. But then they are back again and we are so confused. Teenagers change so much, sometimes it’s hour by hour. I experienced this with my daughters and I can think back to when I was…
Why is being a teacher so stressful?
The Silent Struggle: Unveiling the Stress Epidemic Among UK Teachers Teaching has long been hailed as one of the noblest professions, shaping young minds and laying the foundation for a brighter future. However, behind the façade of the classroom lies a hidden reality — the alarming levels of stress faced by teachers in the UK.…
How do you feel safe again after a break in?
In the tranquillity of our homes, we often find solace, security, and peace. Yet, what happens when the sanctity of our homes is shattered, invaded by the callousness of a break-in? The experience is more than a mere breach of physical space; it’s an assault on our sense of safety and well-being. Imagine returning to…
Dog Grooming at Haus of Hounds Droitwich Review
As a dog lover, I always want to make sure my dog is looked after by the best. Izzy at Haus of Hounds Droitwich is just that, the best. Not only does she do an amazing job, but she treats all of the dogs as she would want her dog to be treated. Therefore this…
How did the Covid 19 pandemic affect mental health in the UK?
The COVID-19 pandemic has left an indelible mark on societies worldwide, reshaping various aspects of daily life. One of the most profound impacts has been on mental health. In the UK, the pandemic has brought about significant changes in the mental well-being of people of all ages and backgrounds. From heightened anxiety and depression to…
Bye Bye Winter
Why is winter so long and so hard? Why do we count the days until summer? Well it’s because winter is not good. Once Christmas is out of the way, we hit January, our purses and wallets are empty, it seems like it is dark all of the time and summer seems like a million…
Stress at Christmas
Why do I seem to suffer more from stress at Christmas? Christmas is a time where we are meant to be happy, well that’s what the TV and the advertising companies are trying to tell us. All the happy people sat around the table eating food, giving gifts and sharing jokes, but is this your…
Fears and Phobias
How Phobias Develop: Where did my phobia and fear come from? Phobias are strong, irrational fears of specific things or situations. They can affect our daily lives and well-being. Understanding where phobias come from helps us find better ways to deal with them. Most people that I work with have learnt them after a scary…
Why do I struggle to communicate with my kids?
What is it about communicating with kids that stresses parents out? Is it being understood, heard or ignored? Or is the real concern, making things worse? I bet I am not the only parent who has said “I know what it’s like to be a teenager” only to be confronted with “but that was ages…
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