Faking – we all do it, for different reasons, at different times in our lives. Sometimes it feels necessary. At other times we are risking our integrity. How to fake well? I wonder what might have attracted you to reading [READ MORE]
Angry with your therapist? I have been angry with mine. You may have your own anger and reasons for it. I am hoping to shed more light on this important topic, and hopefully provide some help about how to [READ MORE]
Self care is essential for our wellbeing. Yet why can the idea of putting ourselves first fill us with guilt and shame? Why may we struggle with self care and how can we improve things for our self? The [READ MORE]
A broken heart can hurt like no other pain, and it can be hard to mend. Some people can live with a broken heart all of their life, others find it near impossible. The impact can be emotional and [READ MORE]
Pet grief can be as painful and complex as the grief we may feel for a human being. How to deal with that and the dilemma many of us may dread – whether to have our pets put to sleep, [READ MORE]
Holding hands is a basic yet powerful gesture of closeness. It makes us feel good. And when we don’t get it, we can be the worse off for it. Why does holding hands matter? Recently I came across two [READ MORE]
Childhood memories can vary. There are plenty or few. We may welcome them or avoid them. They can be uplifting or shatter our spirit. Whatever our age, some childhood memories can still feel painful and real. What to do? “What is your [READ MORE]
Family events can be fun, sad or difficult. How to prepare for difficult family occasions and avoid conflict? Family events – formal, informal, family celebrations, Bank Holidays, Festive Seasons, religious celebrations, funerals, Sunday lunch, just dropping by – take your pick. [READ MORE]
When friendships end, we may be sad, aggrieved or relieved. When friendships end in doubt and mistrust, it is difficult to find closure and peace. What to do. [READ MORE]
Adult children can end up feeling very small and young, when family dynamics get in the way. Sometimes we are ready to grow up a little. But how? As adult children we all have our own unique relationship with [READ MORE]
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