What is insecurity? Feeling overly conscious about ourselves is something that we will all experience from time to time, whoever we are and whatever our accomplishments may be. You are insecure when you lack confidence, feel anxious or uncertain about yourself or your capabilities. Conquering your insecurities can prove a... read more →
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Dear Caroline, I hope that you can help me. For the last few years, I have found life to be very stressful and I have experienced a great deal of anxiety. I suppose that the way that I have handled it, is through eating more than I should! I tend... read more →
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To be confident is to be secure in who you are and what feel that you are capable of. As such, our confidence impacts every aspect of our lives, particularly how we think and how we feel, as well as the choices that we make. Whilst it is entirely common... read more →
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A person who self-harms is somebody who deliberately injures or damages their body with intention and awareness. The act itself is often a means of coping with distress, severe depression or anxiety. Self-harming is a complex condition that can affect men, women and children of all ages. The condition is... read more →
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Toxic relationships are tricky. Most of us will have encountered a toxic relationship at some point in life, be it with a family member, partner or friend. It is a common theme that arises frequently in the therapy room. The question that I am often asked is, is it ever... read more →
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I have had many messages recently regarding the topic of grief. The main question I have received, being whether there is a best way to grieve for a loved one. If only there was a formula I could give so that we could avoid the pain and anguish of loss.... read more →
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How to survive an angry relationship Whether you have been together for five minutes or for five decades, relationships take work. Generally speaking, all relationships at one time or another are going to hit some rocky ground. In my experience, I would say that a major recurring theme for people... read more →
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The last words you want to hear Handling your emotions following a cancer diagnosis is no easy task. Mood swings, intense sadness, fear and heightened stress are the normal and entirely natural feelings we may experience when presented with this situation. Whilst there is no right or wrong way to... read more →
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The demand for steroids across many countries in the world is at an all-time high. Consumers take steroids in pursuit of a stronger, leaner, more energised self. They desire a sculpted, honed body that operates at peak performance and power. Steroids, illegal in many countries, are essentially taken due to... read more →
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Dear Caroline, I am a father of two young children, both under five years old. I have been with my wife for several years and for the most part, we have been very happy. I have a job and we have a roof over our heads and for this I... read more →