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Comforting Self Talk
Have you ever reflected upon the countless times during the day where critical thoughts and harsh words, in your direction, appear to be normal? For many of us, this choice of behaviour far outweighs the [...]
The Feeling of Shame
Nearly everyone has a deep need to be acknowledged, to be recognized and accepted for who they truly are. However, many people are knowingly and callously influenced, and emotionally harmed, by others. This learning translates [...]
Responding to Stress
Stress is an everyday fact of life. How we find ourselves responding to stress determines what impact it will have on your life and your future. Davis, Eshelman & McKay, (2008) suggest that some stress [...]
Freedom of Choice
Throughout my youth, freedom of choice was a rare treat, one I did not experience very often. Family, teachers and adults decided and voiced where what and how any duties were to be achieved. In [...]
Procrastination
When considering our New Year Resolutions, many of us pledge to make a few desirable changes. I often wonder just how many of us, will in fact, follow through. Are you able to create a [...]
Family and Christmas
Celebrations around Christmas very often bring family to mind. Many of us reflect on times shared, both happy and sad, moving and uplifting. How is it possible, year after year, for rituals and festivities to [...]
Gifts of Love.
Every now and then, Take a good look at something Not made with hands: A mountain, a star, The curve of a stream. There will come to you wisdom and patience, And above all, the [...]
Living with Gratitude
“Value your mistakes; you may not need to repeat the experience”. Dowrick, S., (2000) Almost everyone appreciates the genuine sense of value discovered in a daily ritual of sincere gratitude. On the other hand, how [...]
Living with Change
“Life is difficult and frustrating for all human beings at least some of the time, and often much of the time.” Bryne, J. (2018) The capacity to endure endless change is often more than most [...]
Gold Coast Counselling and Evolutionary Astrology
During this week’s careful analysis of my Gold Coast Counselling practice, I found it interesting to consider how often “relevant themes” emerge with clients. Currently, the theme appears to be based upon feelings of worthiness. [...]
Challenges with Adult Children
We have all met people whose adult children appear to be “problem free.” Other people, some of whom we know and love, raise offspring who come into the world presenting a range of challenging predicaments. [...]
Appreciation
There is virtually nothing more appealing to human beings than the capacity to express and receive genuine appreciation. Expressing thanks by means of a few simple and sincere words offers most people a sense of [...]