Best Massage for stress and anxiety
Are you feeling stressed or anxious? Massage therapy may be the solution you’ve been looking for. This ancient practice involves using hands, fingers, and sometimes tools to manipulate the body’s soft tissues, promoting relaxation, reducing muscle tension, and improving circulation. Various types of Massage, from Swedish to hot stone therapy, offer unique stress and anxiety […]
Avoidant Personality Disorder vs. Social Anxiety: Understanding the Differences
People with Avoidant Personality Disorder (AVPD) have a persistent and pervasive pattern of avoidance of socialization and interaction with others. This may be due to inadequacy, extreme shyness, or sensitivity to criticism or rejection. As a result, people with AVPD often experience significant difficulties in work and social situations. On the other hand, Social Anxiety […]
Tips for healing relationships
It’s the season of love, and while this is an exciting time, it can be hard if you’re not feeling connected to those around you. What do we do when issues arise and communication isn’t happening? I’ve got some advice for how to manage these types of situations – check out my top tips! If […]
Unlock the Power of Perception: Master the Art of Doe & Eagle Eyes!
Have you ever had someone look into your eyes with a gaze so intense it felt like an eagle was staring at you? Well, that’s the difference between ‘doe’ and ‘eagle’ eyes: one is warm and gentle, while the other can be piercing. Have you ever been caught in the gaze of someone so intense, […]
Show the world who you are
Jacinda Arden’s departure as the leader of New Zealand has pushed society to reflect on its hidden expectation that people in powerful roles should remain composed and put up a facade, regardless of personal struggles or mental health concerns. Jacinda leaving office opened many eyes to this “unseen burden” placed upon political figures – one […]
The Curse of Being Strong
Can you relate to this? You’ve done the work, you’ve found success, you have great coping strategies, you’ve worked through your trauma. In a crisis, you’re the person others rely on. Everyone comes to you as their trusted source of comfort, support and advice. You’re the rock that others lean on. You’re strong. Sounds great […]
Is Prince Harry acting out of trauma?
Whatever you feel about the royal family and Prince Harry, they are certainly in the media this week. I was invited to share my thoughts on his new book “Spare” from the perspective of trauma. I hadn’t given the situation much thought before, but after some research I noticed some really interesting behaviours, beliefs and […]
The fear of saying ‘Yes’
The fear of saying yes, or FOSY, can be a significant barrier to personal and professional growth. It is a common tendency to worry about saying yes to new opportunities, particularly if there is a risk of failing or looking silly. However, it is important to remember that saying yes to new experiences can lead […]
What are you not doing?
It can help to have strategies to overcome procrastination. We all have busy lives. So why do we procrastinate? Do you have too much to do? Maybe you don’t know how to do it. Or you don’t actually want to do it. Maybe you just want it done, or maybe you don’t really care about […]
Midlife Burnout – Are you on the edge?
Are you feeling emotionally and mentally exhausted? Mood changes, feeling more irritable, angry, depressed or even despair? Feeling like you just can’t cope? You may be less tolerant and more prone to conflict with co-workers or partners. Lack of motivation and low productivity? Questioning how you are living and where you are heading? Physical symptoms […]