It’s been a while since I’ve written anything, mainly because I’ve been busy observing society’s slow motion nose dive. Now that I’ve collected my thoughts and rolled my eyes enough times to qualify as exercise, I’m ready to talk about where the world is going and why common sense seems to have packed its bags […]
Let me ask you a question. Who here has ever felt lonely?I really wish I could see your nodding heads. Okay. Now, have you, in that exact moment of loneliness, reached for your phone? It’s almost a reflex, isn’t it? We’re lonely, so we look for connection inside this little digital box we call our […]
Intrusive thoughts. Obsessive loops. That nagging feeling you just can’t shake. Whether it’s sadness, anger, fear, or doubt, these thoughts seem to take over, repeating endlessly in your mind. They can feel overwhelming, like an endless cycle you can’t escape. But here’s the good news: You can break free. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I’ll […]
Elections are often stressful, emotional, and exhausting. Whether it’s a local vote or a national race, the period leading up to and following an election can leave many feeling drained. For some, especially those whose preferred candidates or policies did not win, this stress can develop into something deeper: post-election anxiety. Listen to the podcast […]
Anxiety is a complex and often misunderstood condition that affects millions of people worldwide. If you are someone who struggles with anxiety, you are not alone. The daily challenges and frustrations that come with anxiety can be overwhelming, but understanding these frustrations can be the first step towards managing them effectively. In this blog post, […]
If you’re someone who struggles with anxiety at night, you’ve likely experienced restless hours of staring at the ceiling, your mind racing with worries. You’re not alone—nighttime anxiety is a common issue that affects many people. But why does anxiety often feel worse at night? In this blog post, we’ll explore the causes of anxiety […]
The Double-Edged Sword : Should your therapist suffer from anxiety? When seeking help for your anxiety, finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming. Can a therapist who personally battles anxiety offer deeper empathy and understanding, or does their struggle potentially hinder your healing process? Ideally, you want someone who understands your struggles, but you also […]
As if your anxiety is not bad enough already… What happens if you become nervous about anxiety itself? More often, nowadays, my clients tell me about how their anxiety about anxiety adds to the original anxiety, and so escalates the discomfort; but this isn’t even the worst part. The most destructive part of secondary anxiety […]
Anxiety often starts as a build up of worrying thoughts followed by, feeling overwhelmed and then the physical symptoms begin. Sometimes the worry can even leads to a full-blown panic attacks… and they’re horrible.
Occasionally you notice the physical symptoms first because you’re unaware that your subconscious mind (that’s the emotional, memory filled part) is going over and over something that’s happened in your past – that you fear will happen again.
The attacks usually produce heart palpitations, extreme sweating, blushing, shaking, nausea and sometimes if you’re really unlucky… actual vomit.
If you’re beginning to panic while at home, here’s what to do:
Your first major challenge to effective networking is to understand that networking is not inherently sleazy. I know both men and women who have this particular opinion. When you’ve been raised in a way that encourages modesty and humility – you may feel particularly averse to networking because it is sometimes thought of as a […]
When I was young my idea of ‘lonely’ was spotting a lonesome child sitting at the edge of the school playground looking for friends to play with. I remember adverts on TV telling the public about ‘old people’ suffering alone in their houses at winter time. Fast forward a few decades and nowadays – worldwide, […]
Anxiety can strike anyone, anywhere and at any time. There are countless tips, tricks and techniques to reduce, diffuse and combat the effects of anxiety, but what can you do to help if it’s someone else that feels anxious?
You’re about to be interviewed for a new job, or perhaps you’ve just been asked to give a speech in the near future… AAARGH! The mere thought of it makes your palms sweat, your heart race, your breathing speed up and your body tremble. You are not alone, you’d be surprised at just how common […]
We’re well into the new year now, how are those new habits and routines working out for you? Are you going to the gym more often, eating more healthily, quitting bad habits, socialising more or working harder? When motivation dries up, most of us rely on our inner voice for direction. Phrases such as: “I […]
It’s about that time again, when 90+% of people who make an abundance of resolutions, break them within a few weeks and spend the next couple of months feeling like an absolute failure. So, let’s disrupt that tradition. I’ve shared the following advice with thousands around the world through various radio show,podcast interviews and press […]
