The Power of Acceptance and Curiosity
Living in the moment is something we do naturally, so we all know how. Look closely and there are examples everywhere. Here are six benefits you should know about.
The Job of the Future
If you want to be secure in your life and career, then social skills come high on the list of must-have qualities.
Why Naming Our Feelings Changes What We Feel
The way we talk about our feelings describes our inner world. So adding to our emotional vocabulary gives us new ways to interpret, manage, and share our experiences, and opens new doors.
Question: “How can I think positively about myself?”
Thinking more positively about yourself starts with practical shifts, not wishful thinking. Confidence grows from what you choose to do each day, what you prioritise, and the boundaries you set. Small wins help you think positively about yourself and you decide you’re worth the effort.
Accept Uncertainty, Relax and Flourish
Uncertainty, like life, is all around us. Few things are certain but we continue to act as though we believe that they are. Learning to accept uncertainty is a talent that can carry the day.
Reframe the Negative Effects of Pessimism
Does your mind jumps straight to the worst-case scenario? You’re not broken, just stuck in a habit. The good news is that a habit can be changed. This post explains the simple morning exrcise to retrain to do that.
What If You Feel Unmotivated and Can’t Get Things Done?
If you allow your feelings to dictate your actions (as people who are depressed often do), you're likely to feel discouraged and also experience other knock-on effects.
Why Choose Solution Focused Therapy?
Brief therapy is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on achieving quick and effective results within a limited time frame. It is less time-consuming and so less costly than longer term than more traditional approaches.
You Can Change the Way You Feel
Attributing our moods, feelings or even our (lack of) of self-esteem to the judgements of others or events outside ourselves is a handy delusion which is useful as a buffer. It protects us for a time and satisfies the common need to blame when things go wrong. But it is no solution to feeling unhappy or upset, and the more we do it the more our feelings seem to control us. It is realtively easy to learn to control our feelings, but you may not like it enough to do...
