Many trans people who come out have understandable concerns and questions about how this will impact on their romantic relationships, either current or future. In my experience, it is often the impact on the romantic relationship that is more traumatic for the trans...

The nights are drawing in, the temperature’s dropped and the brighter days of summer are well and truly behind us. It’s typically the time of year when people may start to feel low; as the shorter days and gloomy weather takes a toll on their mental health and...

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Passive Aggressive Behaviour takes many forms but can generally be described as a non-verbal aggression that manifests in negative behaviour. It is where you are angry with someone but do not or cannot tell them. Instead of communicating honestly when you feel upset,...

Resilience “The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties and change”. I like the word “bouncy”. There is no doubt that life can be challenging and there is no escaping difficulties and constant change. Why is it that some of us seem more “springy” yet some of us...

  “A calm and modest life brings more happiness than the pursuit of success combined with constant restlessness,”  AND  “Where there’s a will, there’s a way.”

Intimacy is defined as a close, familiar and unique bond existing between humans, both physically and emotionally. A strong relationship survives on both forms of intimacy that has grown and evolved over time, thriving on a slow release of trust and self-disclosure....

If you are lucky enough to know and care about someone with dyslexia, the following may be of help in understanding them and helping them to understand themselves. They may not be great at remembering things This isn’t because they don’t care but because that magical...

In order to get out of the tunnel, we need to get THROUGH IT:    https://happiful.com/10-ways-to-tackle-stress-right-now/

by David Deacon, author of “The Self Determined Manager: A Manifesto for Exceptional People Managers“ We all know managers do crucial work. They shape culture, improve employee performance, drive creativity and innovation. And yet, fewer training dollars are typically...

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Anger gets a bad rap a lot of the time. In its worst forms, it can be a channel for aggression or violence. It can create pain and fear in others. So it’s not surprising that you might think of it as a negative emotion. Culturally, you could also say that anger is...

☰ ✕   by Bonnie Evie Gifford on 17 October 2018 Worried you may be experiencing burnout? Try these 10 simple ways to start putting your wellbeing first and rediscover your passion Feeling stressed, anxious, worried, frustrated, or helpless can happen at any time....

Most people would have felt homesick at some time in their lives. As a student, homesickness may be experienced in several circumstances such as when you: Go to school. Are on a trip. Have moved to a new place or to a new country. Homesickness is not only linked with...

NEWS:  Samaritans are testing out their new text service SO if you need them, text: 07725 909 090.  However, if you feel suicidal and need to talk urgently, call 116 123

Have you ever been told that you’re just too sensitive? Maybe you feel emotions much more deeply and for longer than others. Some people are highly sensitive (HSP). This is a normal and genetic character trait that 15-20% of people have. The sense of overwhelm that...

I have been working with a lot of clients who are exploring hidden resentment, a deep sense of sadness, anger, difficulty in relationships (often needy because their needs were not met appropriately) and needing to know why. If boarding school was a place you ever...

Beat  <https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/> , the UK’s eating disorder charity, has teamed up with NHS Lothian to deliver both online peer support and a new online resource for parents/carers, thanks to funding from the Technology Enabled Care Grant from the...

I want to wish all my past, current and future clients and readers a Happy New Year. I am also aware it is not all happy for everyone so if you are keen to make change this year and need to talk in a safe place to aid this process, get in touch. Sylvia  ...

We ended 2017 with the abusive power of American Film Producer, Henry Weinstein and the beginning of 2018 with the taxi driver John Worboys who raped and also sexually assaulted more woman than have had the courage to report. This brings to mind many clients who can...

An interesting article which helps us stop and think of Self: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/stop-breathe-michele-armstrong  Stop Think Organise my thoughts Proceed

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Breathing Space: http://breathingspace.scot/how-we-can-help/need-to-talk/. Need help now? Call free on 0800 83 85 87 Samaritans: www.samaritans.org. Call FREE on:  116 123 http://www.beatingtheblues.co.uk/patients/introduction/whatisit: CBT treatment for depression...

How past memories live in our present day.......A Clinical Psychologist Explains How Emotional Memories Can Affect the Way We See the World   How past memories live in our present day  

BBC Two - Horizon, 2017, ADHD and Me with Rory Bremner www.bbc.co.uk › Factual › Science & Nature 25 Apr 2017 - Comedian and impressionist Rory Bremner is on a personal mission to uncover the science of ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). It’s about...

As an ex fitness instructor, I truly believe in ‘fit body, fit mind’. This post outlines some of the many benefits of walking as part of your therapy, along with useful links to organisations that can help.