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Perfectionism can look like motivation from the outside, but for many it carries a quiet weight beneath the surface. In this post, I explore what perfectionism really is, how it shapes our identity and wellbeing, and why so many people feel driven by impossible standards. If you’ve ever wondered whether your high expectations are helping…
Many of my clients tell me they scroll to switch off, only to end up feeling worse. This post explores the pull of doomscrolling, why it affects some people more than others, and gentle steps to protect your wellbeing online.
Have you ever felt an overwhelming need to leave a situation, even when you weren’t in real danger? That’s the flight response. It’s your body’s instinctive way of protecting you from perceived threat. In this post, I explore how the flight response works, why it can become overactive after trauma, and how understanding your body’s…
Feeling drained? Many coping strategies give short-term relief but leave us depleted. In this post, I explore the difference between depleting and replenishing resources, offering guidance on how to find activities that truly support your wellbeing, calm your mind, and restore energy. Build your own ‘resource kit’ and discover what nourishes you, so you can…
Counselling for eating disorders provides compassionate support to help rebuild trust with your body, develop healthier coping strategies, and sustain long-term recovery. Learn how therapy can guide you through the emotional and psychological aspects of healing, while preventing relapse and fostering lasting wellbeing.
Our circadian rhythms regulate sleep, energy, and emotional balance, yet modern life often pulls us out of sync. As winter approaches, this piece explores the science behind our internal clock and how light, rest, and daily habits can support mental and physical wellbeing.
We often use self-worth and self-esteem interchangeably, but they’re not the same. Self-esteem shifts with our achievements and others’ opinions, while self-worth is the quiet knowing that we are valuable simply because we exist. This post explores the difference — and how we can nurture both with gentleness and self-compassion.
You might know the feeling - your jaw tightens, your chest feels hot, and words spill out faster than you intended. Later, you replay it all in your mind and wonder why you reacted that way.
For many people, these moments aren’t just about losing your temper. They’re your body’s way of saying 'I don't…
October is Menopause Awareness Month, and yesterday was World Menopause Day — a reminder of how vital it is to talk openly about this transition and its impact on women’s emotional wellbeing.
For many women, menopause is not just a physical shift; it’s also an emotional and psychological one. Anxiety, in particular, can rise sharply…
Today is World Mental Health Day (WMHD) 2025.
I believe that it would be great if everyone was more aware of mental health every day. There is so much scope for it to be discussed more openly. Some of the stigma needs to be reduced and for those with issues to feel more comfortable seeking…
What does the word 'trauma’ mean to you? You may think of the impact that extreme events like war, accidents, or natural disasters can have. Or perhaps you know personally that it’s not just about ‘big’ events. It can also come from experiences such as bullying, medical treatment, relationship difficulties, chronic stress, or sudden loss.
I think it’s helpful…
