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Couples/Relationship Counselling

Understanding Love Languages: Strengthening Relationships with Appreciation and Communication

In all relationships, understanding and effectively communicating love and appreciation is key to building strong connections. One powerful way to do this is by understanding and incorporating the concept of love languages. Developed by renowned marriage counsellor Gary Chapman, the concept of love languages helps individuals recognise and express their emotional needs. This article explores the importance of love languages in romantic relationships and family dynamics, along with insights from Gary Chapman's work.
Jan 31, 2024
Roslin Macdonald
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Thinking Styles

Can we change how we think?

Has your mind ever spun into a downward spiral of self-defeating thoughts? The thoughts that occupy your mind and tell you that no matter the situation, the outcome is destined for failure? Self-defeating thoughts can be strong, and they can take a major toll on your emotional and physical well-being.
Dec 13, 2023
Aileen Cunningham
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Neurodiversity

How Attention Deficit Disorder Originates and What You Can Do About It

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), also known as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects millions of individuals worldwide. Understanding the origins of ADD and exploring potential solutions is crucial for both those directly affected and their support systems. Renowned physician and author Gabor Maté sheds light on this topic, providing valuable insights into its origins and strategies to address it.
Nov 2, 2023
Roslin Macdonald
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Mindfulness

Mindfulness and Mental Health - Why Does This Work?

In an increasingly fast-paced and demanding world, the importance of mental health cannot be emphasised enough. Mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and stress have become widespread in our society. Fortunately, the practice of mindfulness has gained popularity as a highly effective tool for improving mental well-being. In this article, we will explore the concept of mindfulness and delve into how it works to enhance mental health.
Oct 4, 2023
Claire Thai
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Anxiety/Depression

Understanding depression and what can help.

We use the word “depression” to explain a lot these days, but what does it really mean? Well; while it’s completely normal for humans to feel low in mood or lack motivation, pleasure or achievement occasionally at different points in life, depression is an illness where one or more of these things is true for more than two weeks.
Sep 29, 2023
Helen Cuinn
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Anxiety/Depression

Overwhelm, panic, anxiety?

Quick tips andr esources that could help with overwhelm-panic-anxiety...
Jun 6, 2023
Helen Cuinn
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Group Wellbeing

8 Week Wellness Programme

Following on from our very successful, program in October 2022, we are excited to be offering existing and new attendees the opportunity to join us on our continued journey towards Wellness!
Apr 12, 2023
Roslin Macdonald
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Body Image

Learning to Love your Body

Body positivity is all about embracing and loving your body, regardless of its shape, size, or imperfections; It's about accepting yourself and being confident in who you are.
Apr 3, 2023
Linzi McLaren
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What happened to you?

More than 130 million babies are born in the world every year. Arriving in their own unique setting including social, economic, and cultural circumstances. Some (those of whom are fortunate) are welcomed with gratitude and joy, cradled in the arms of their ecstatic parents and family. Others may experience rejection from a mother who dreamed of a different life, crushed by the pressures of poverty or a father caught up in cycle of abuse.
Feb 28, 2023
Nicola Macgregor
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Pet Therapy

For The Love of Dogs

Dogs have always been known as a man's best friend, as well as a woman's, and for good reason. Not only do they provide companionship and unconditional love, but they also offer numerous benefits for mental health. Studies have shown that owning a dog can help reduce stress, depression, and anxiety, as well as promote feelings of happiness and well-being.
Jan 11, 2023
Lisa Mulholland
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Self-Development

Second 8 Week Wellbeing Programme is launching in March 2023

In the stressful and fast-paced lives we lead, it's important that we are making our wellbeing a priority - we can't pour from an empty cup. As a way of giving back to yourself, why not join us for an 8-week wellbeing programme that tunes into what you need for YOU.
Jan 11, 2023
Roslin Macdonald
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Thinking Styles

Mental strength requires a three-pronged approach

1. Managing our thoughts; 2. Regulating our emotions, and; 3. Behaving productively despite our circumstances.
Roslin Macdonald
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Psycho Education

Managing Emotional Wellbeing

How Our Brains & Guts Work Together for Mental Health. Ten years ago, if you had asked a neuroscientist are we on the right path to understanding the inner workings of the brain, she probably would’ve gave a hearty “Yes!” But more recent research calls a lot of older assumptions about thebrain — and in fact, the whole body — works.
Apr 13, 2021
Roslin Macdonald
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Instant Gratification

Brief Happiness: The Truth Behind Why We Want Instant Gratification

We live in a society filled with people who have the “gotta have it right now” mindset. Growing up with technology has made us dependent on the idea of always being connected. Information, entertainment and communication are only a click away all day, every day.
Nov 30, 2020
Roslin Macdonald
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Self-Development

15 Things You Should Give Up to be Happy

Here is a list of 15 things, which, if you give up on them, will make your life a lot easier and much, much happier
Aug 18, 2020
Roslin Macdonald
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Anxiety/Depression

Facing Fear

Fear can be both our enemy or our friend.
Jun 5, 2020
Roslin Macdonald