Understanding and healing the ‘mother wound’
Our relationships with our parents – and often particularly our mothers – shape our personalities and our lives. When it comes to our mums, and all that…
Coping with IVF failure: Tips & advice for when things don’t go to plan
Using any scale of measurement, the process of IVF is a grueling one. All of those hopes and fears, the money spent, the physical processes endured. All…
Perimenopause – signs, symptoms & tips
Menopause – a natural biological process involving the cessation of the menstrual cycle – can seem like uncharted territory for many women, something unknown and not necessarily…
CHRISTMAS IS COMING: COPING WITH HOLIDAY STRESS
The ‘holiday’ season is almost upon us, and with its promise of pine-scented rooms and mince pies, for many, it can also be a harbinger of anxiety,…
Tips to setting boundaries for your mental health
Setting healthy personal boundaries, and being able to recognise and observe the boundaries of others, is crucial to establishing strong, respectful relationships. But what are healthy boundaries? …
Why resilience is important for mental well being: How to bounce back from curve balls
We’ve all been there – you’re going through life and all is well. You’ve just got a promotion at work, your boss thinks you’re great and you’ve…
How smiling effects the brain
You’re never fully dressed with out a smile…but how does smiling effect the brain? Ever notice that a smiling person is often surrounded by others? Studies show…