If you’ve ever found yourself wondering, “Am I just stressed… or is this anxiety?” — you’re not alone. These two often feel similar, but knowing the difference can help you take better care of yourself. Stress usually comes from something specific — a deadline, an argument, too much on your plate. It’s your body’s natural […]
Happy Mental Health Awareness Week! This year’s theme, Better Together, couldn’t feel more appropriate for today’s disconnected, modern age. As we take a moment to reflect on what supports our mental wellbeing, one key idea stands out—connection. In fact, did you know that one of the three core pillars of happiness is social connection? We’re […]
Supporting Clients Through Separation from a Narcissist April is Stress Awareness Month, and naturally, I’ve been reflecting on the types of stress I most often see in my private practice. While stress wears many faces, one situation consistently sits high on the “stress league table”: separating from a narcissist. There’s really no other way to […]
Let’s Talk Stress – It’s Stress Awareness Month! April is Stress Awareness Month, and if you’re anything like the people I speak to every day in my private practice—busy, thoughtful, carrying more than your fair share—it’s likely that stress has been riding shotgun for a while. Maybe it’s the mental to-do list that never ends. […]
Let’s Talk Stress – It’s Stress Awareness Month! April is Stress Awareness Month, and this year’s theme is #LeadWithLove – focusing on how kindness (to yourself and others) can help manage stress. We all deal with pressure in different ways, but taking small steps to look after yourself and those around you can make a […]
A common problem that sends clients through my door is work stress. From bankruptcy to bullying, to hating your career, ultimately, it’s all about work stress. Sometimes work stress is about environmental factors that are out of your control. It’s difficult to feel out of control, but important to remember that the poor economy, or a change in the law is not […]
How has your summer been, have you found chance to take stock of your life and things you’d like to change? When schools re-open after the summer break, it can feel like the start of a new year. Are there negative patterns you’ve found yourself running or have you realised that positive habits have […]
Stress can be triggered by a variety of factors, and different people may have different triggers. Here are some common triggers of stress: Work: High workloads, tight deadlines, a demanding boss, or conflicts with colleagues can all contribute to work-related stress. Personal relationships: Problems within family, friendships, or romantic partnerships can be significant stressors, Financial difficulties: […]
Xmas is a time when our usual sleep times and routines go right out the window. We all tend to go to bed later and enjoy the luxury of lying-in bed later. The problem with this is that it upsets your natural rhythm and that can be difficult to reset. If you’re experiencing stress in […]
Are you worried about being made redundant? Anxiety, stress and worry are currently at an all-time high, and no wonder. With most of the workforce furloughed or already made redundant, these are incredibly worrying times. With no guarantee that furlough won’t eventually lead to redundancy and no sign of the lock-down easing, how do we […]
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