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Six simple (and free!) ways to step up your self-care this January
Self-care is also not what advertising companies want you to believe.
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6 hours ago4 min read


The power of co-regulation
How does co-regulation help us find calm?
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Jan 72 min read


Winter wellness: supporting your mental health through the cold months
As the temperature drops, it’s important to remember that winter affects your mood and energy levels.
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Jan 53 min read


A gentler approach to New Year's resolutions
A gentler approach to new year's resolutions
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Jan 33 min read


Help is available, even over the holidays
The Christmas period can be especially tough for many people. Services may be closed, routines change, and feelings of loneliness, grief or overwhelm can intensify. If you need additional support over the festive period, please remember that help is still available.
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Dec 20, 20251 min read


7 ways to manage emotional overwhelm
Here are 7 practical ways to manage emotional overwhelm - simple enough to use in the moment, but powerful when practiced regularly
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Dec 18, 20251 min read


Navigating a break from counselling over the holidays
How do you navigate a break from counselling over the holidays?
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Dec 17, 20251 min read


Your inner critic is trying to keep you safe
Did you know that the harsh voice in your head that tells you you’re not good enough actually developed to protect you?
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Dec 16, 20251 min read


How to take care of yourself when you're grieving
Grief can be heavy, unpredictable, and exhausting. Here are some gentle, practical ways to care for yourself while grieving.
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Dec 9, 20251 min read


How to support someone who's grieving
Sometimes, an added sadness to grief itself is that we may feel quite alone and isolated as a result of it. The people we expected to show up for us in our hour of need can sometimes seem to inexplicably distance themselves, causing us to worry that we are a burden.
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Dec 9, 20251 min read


Continuing bonds
Grieving often includes finding new, meaningful ways to stay connected to the person you’ve lost while still engaging fully in life. The therapeutic concept of “continuing bonds” captures the idea that the relationship itself doesn’t end, though of course it changes. The person is no longer physically present, but your connection to them remains. There is no expectation to let go; maintaining the bond through memories and through meaningful acts like visiting special places o
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Dec 9, 20251 min read


Grief is not a single emotion
Grief is a constellation of feelings, experiences and responses that can contradict, overlap and shift in unpredictable ways. It can be a profound and often terrifying loss, and it’s also an expression of love and attachment.
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Dec 8, 20254 min read


How to find the right counselling services for your needs
Finding the right counselling services can be a crucial step towards improving your mental health and overall well-being. Whether you are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, or other personal challenges, professional support can make a significant difference. This guide will help you understand how to identify the best counselling support the UK has to offer, what to expect, and how to make the most of your counselling experience.
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Dec 6, 20253 min read


7 reminders for your mental health this December...
This time of year can be hard for many of us, and for many different reasons. Here are 7 gentle reminders for your mental health to carry forward this month:
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Dec 6, 20251 min read
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