You’re stressed out and anxious. There’s far too much to do. You make lists and wake up at night to add new items to your lists. The lists grow longer and longer. The more items you tick off, the more there are, always impatient, prodding you. Get more done! Do it now! Drink coffee, get up at five, maximise your time. Burn yourself out. (more…)
‘Gratitude practice’ is big news in positive psychology. Studies have shown that cultivating gratitude can increase an inner sense of well-being and happiness and nurture greater connection to others in our social lives. (more…)
People come to counselling because they feel bad and they want to feel better. They know it may be a little difficult at times, but they hope it will be swift and that they will see a clear improvement week by week. It makes sense doesn’t it? If your body aches, you go to see a professional, whether it’s a masseur or a chiropractor. It takes a few sessions and you’re done. If your feelings hurt, you go to see a counsellor. A few sessions of talking and you feel yourself once more. (more…)
Research statistics show that one in five people will go through difficult or painful experiences which could benefit from professional help. Yet many people hesitate from coming to counselling.
I’m walking down Floral Street, no umbrella, under a dark March sky, and I meet my friend Dan. “How are you doing?” says Dan. I notice he’s looking a bit peaky. “Yes fine,” I say and it’s only a few moments of small talk before we part, without reluctance, both busy – and after all, I tell myself, I don’t know Dan very well, he’s more of an acquaintance than a real friend. And then, a few moments later, thank goodness, I’m into the dry of the Tube.
