Tag: wellbeing
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Six types of self harm to reframe your thinking and help free those from its affliction.
Another post I have avoided sharing. Partly because it’s a heavy subject and I keep convincing myself now is not the time to share, but when is? And partly because I still absolutely fear the stigma and response associated with the topic. But here goes…because we ain’t ever going to change anything unless we crack […]
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Three ways to make your new year diet work and find a happy body.
I have struggled with my diet all my life. I have binged to the point I feel physically sick and I have had periods where I ate little more than a bowl of veg a day. I have tried intermittent fasting, slimming world, the elimination diet (only managed that one for three days!) And only […]
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Not ready, but ready. When the work is not quiet done and how to move forward.
I am not ready to finish therapy. That was a thought which crossed my mind today. I know there is enough trauma there that realistically I could work at it for years. Trying to unpick the tapestry of that design which has already been spun. But in all honesty I don’t have a choice and […]
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Gearing up to finish therapy. 3+ Ways to make it great
So I only have two sessions of therapy left. One of which is today! I know transitions are hard so I am trying my best to make it a good conclusion, here’s some of the how’s… Celebrate… This is top of my list for a reason. Therapy can be hard work and even if we […]
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Trauma Therapy Session 23: OCD. Happy to be taking back the power.
So yes at times I have or in fact do demonstrate behaviours which go a little beyond the standard. I had mentioned briefly at the last session a consideration to Chris that I might be demonstrating behaviours which are considered, obsessive or compulsive. We briefly touched on it and here are all the highlights of […]
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Trauma Therapy Session 23: Talking to people you love about Trauma. Five ways they might reply.
Talking to people is one of the hardest parts of this process. Lots of todays session focused on the things which make it difficult and the responses you might receive. Only a few sessions left of therapy. Can’t entirely believe that. Excited to be able to step back from the hard work and take another […]
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A record day of posting. Why you should always give yourself time.
Last night I was so angry. Angry with myself for wanting a life I didn’t think was rightfully mine. For building my happiness in denial and lies. For lighting the match which could burn it all. I was ready to wipe the slate clean. To step away from all the friends and family I love. […]
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Authentic self. What the hell is that anyway!!!
I think it’s going to be a blogging day. Writing is such a salve. It doesn’t matter if no one even reads them they are there. And I can imagine the moment of clarity they might offer, or intriguing question they may create. So for anyone who follows me turn off email notifications, I think […]
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Time to give it back. Too good for too long.
Let this be a cautionary tale for anyone out there denying a part of who you are. Sooner or later you will choose to be more open with yourself or the world will find out. And when it does and that perfect little existence you built begins to crumble in front of your eyes, hard […]
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Excited about time off work, it’s in the little moments.
For many people this will sound like a strange thing but I am so excited about the fact I am looking forward to a break from work. It appears to be another welcome side effect of improving my mental health. Historically I wouldn’t look forward to time off. I would feel the need to fill […]
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