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When Love becomes a Cage
Co-dependency in Relationships: What It Is, Why It’s Unhealthy, and How to Break Free ______________________________________________________________________________________________ Introduction: When Love Becomes a Cage Most people want to love and be loved. But sometimes, what looks like love is really a loop—an unhealthy cycle where one person’s needs eclipse everything else. That’s co-dependency. It doesn’t start with bad […]
Breaking the Silence: Supporting Men Through Family and Life Pressures
The Weight of Expectations: A Message to Men Struggling with Family Pressures Life can feel like a relentless balancing act, particularly for men who find themselves juggling multiple roles within their family dynamic. Whether you are the main earner, navigating a strained relationship, managing financial insecurity, or co-parenting children across blended families, the weight of […]
Navigating Relationship Endings
Navigating Relationship Endings: How a Counsellor Can Help You Find Your Path Life has a way of presenting us with challenges we never anticipated. For many, the end of a relationship or divorce can feel like one of life’s most overwhelming and disorienting experiences. Whether you’re contemplating a break-up, facing the sudden end of a […]
Understanding Dopamine
Understanding Dopamine: Striking Balance in the Modern Age In the ever-evolving landscape of modern neuroscience, few topics captivate as much attention as dopamine—a neurotransmitter often dubbed the "pleasure molecule." This small but mighty chemical plays a significant role in shaping human behaviour, motivation, and emotional wellbeing. Dr Anna Lembke’s groundbreaking book, Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance […]
The Importance of Supporting Employee Mental Health
The Importance of Supporting Employee Mental Health: Why Every Employer Should Care In today’s fast-paced work environment, employee mental health is not just a personal issue; it’s a business issue. Employers across the UK are increasingly recognising the value of fostering a mentally healthy workplace, and rightly so. Poor mental health not only affects individuals […]
Coping with a Cancer Diagnosis
Coping with a Cancer Diagnosis: A Person-Centred Perspective Receiving a cancer diagnosis can be one of the most challenging and life-altering moments a person can face. It’s a time when emotions may feel overwhelming, and the future suddenly seems uncertain. As a person-centred counsellor, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside many individuals navigating this […]
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