Life is full of loss. From the overwhelming pain of bereavement, the death of a family member or friend, to the loss of a marriage that ends in divorce. There is loss inherent in the ageing process, loss of the physical identity we used to have and in all the changes which life brings. There is loss involved when we move house, in redundancy, when our children grow up and leave home. (more…)
‘My feelings are all mixed up.’
‘I don’t know what I feel.’
‘I feel nothing at all – but it isn’t good.’ (more…)
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…)
