Mental health myths vs facts

Mental health myths vs facts

Mental health has finally started to receive the attention it deserves in recent years. Despite this progress however, many mental health myths and stigmas continue to surround the subject. These misconceptions contribute to a culture of silence, misunderstanding and...
are you reluctant to see a therapist?

are you reluctant to see a therapist?

The idea of seeking therapy can be daunting for many people, even when they’re struggling with issues that could benefit from seeking professional help. Despite the ever increasing awareness and acceptance of mental health care, many people still hesitate or outright...
The importance of sleep and mental health

The importance of sleep and mental health

Sleep and mental health are deeply connected as each having an impact on the other. A good night’s sleep is fundamentally essential for physical and mental health and the importance of sleep for mental health cannot be overstated, as it plays a crucial role in...
Menopause and Mental Health

Menopause and Mental Health

Menopause, a natural process marking the end of a woman’s menstrual cycles, typically occurs in the late 40s to early 50s. While it is often discussed in terms of its physical symptoms—such as hot flushes, night sweats, and changes in menstrual...
Child depression – how you can help

Child depression – how you can help

As a parent, the idea of child depression or discovering that your child is suffering from depression can be incredibly challenging and heart-wrenching. Depression in children and teenagers is a serious condition that can affect their emotions, behaviour, and overall...
Men’s Mental Health – The Silent Issue

Men’s Mental Health – The Silent Issue

Check in on those around you not just on World Mental Health Day It’s March 2024 and mental health but also men’s mental health in particular is very much on my mind. My dear friend lost his friend (Tom) to suicide a few days ago. Not more than a couple of days...
Why you should consider therapy

Why you should consider therapy

Why you should consider therapy can be a very personal thing that really only relates to the individual and what works for one person may not work for another. Considering therapy is a decision that holds huge potential for personal growth, healing, and overall...
Dynamo Reveals Mental Wellness Issues

Dynamo Reveals Mental Wellness Issues

Recently Steven Bartlett, the entrepreneur and Dragon’s Den investor interviewed renowned magician, Dynamo exposing a heartbreaking true story of why he disappeared from public view. The interview reveals how Dynamo’s biggest accomplishment was not escaping a...
What is Ancestral Trauma?

What is Ancestral Trauma?

Understanding ancestral Trauma – Dr Gabor Maté’s Profound Perspective Ancestral trauma, a concept that delves into the notion that the pain and suffering experienced by our ancestors can leave an indelible mark on subsequent generations, has gained...
Women living with ADHD

Women living with ADHD

typical symptoms for adult females living with adhd Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) symptoms – which is actually attention ‘overload’-  can present differently in adult females compared to how they present males. It’s important to note that...
Ronnie O’Sullivan’s mental health struggles

Ronnie O’Sullivan’s mental health struggles

Men and Mental health Ronnie O’Sullivan’s mental health struggles have been well documented in the media recently with depression and addiction being the main themes of his situation. For anyone who is struggling with mental health issues, one of the first...
How To Achieve Peak Performance

How To Achieve Peak Performance

Everyone wants to achieve peak performance. Here are some easy ways to make sure you’re always performing at your highest levels. Remember To Sleep – We are all tempted to leave our phones on overnight, in case one of our colleagues has some fascinating insights...
Emotional Intelligence

Emotional Intelligence

Emotional Intelligence (EQ) is the ability to understand how people are feeling and use this understanding to enhance the quality of your interactions with them. In practical terms, emotional intelligence might be needed in situations like this: Imagine that two of...
Medicine vs Therapy

Medicine vs Therapy

Medicine is used to cure physical diseases. In simple terms, medicine returns your body to its usual functions, when illnesses have caused it to function unusually. Therapy helps you to tackle psychological issues which are damaging your health. In the past, therapy...
Overcoming PTSD

Overcoming PTSD

PTSD or post traumatic stress disorder completely changes the lives of everyone who it afflicts. One minute you’re living a perfectly normal, happy life and the next something absolutely awful, that you could never have imagined being forced to go through, becomes...
Mindset Means Success

Mindset Means Success

Mindset Means Success Your mindset is your approach to everything in life and determines your success. Sports teams that consistently win titles always believe that they can win every game they play. To achieve similar success in your career, you need to believe that...
How To Identify Destructive Coping Habits

How To Identify Destructive Coping Habits

Everybody experiences tough times. Here are what I call destructive coping habits – they are actions that some people think will free them from the pain they’re suffering, but are actually the complete opposite and soon become destructive coping habits....
Anxiety Triggers

Anxiety Triggers

Anxiety tends to turn up at the most inconvenient times and ruin everything, just like bad weather. Here are some major triggers of anxiety. Parties – People can often feel nervous around others. Just being in a busy room can fill people with anxiety and...