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Recognise It! What You Should Know About Narcissistic Abuse [Infographic]
How do you know if your relationship is abusive? Are you simply two people who get triggered and can’t figure it out sometimes? That wouldn’t be uncommon. Maybe you feel guilty because you’ve not shown up as you best self. And we all do things at times we regret.
10 Simple Ways To Feel Calm And Grounded
As human beings, we are wired for survival.
The body is designed to respond to stressful situations and then return to its normal baseline when the danger has passed.
Our bodies are amazing!
How To Stay Connected When Self-Isolating In Trying Times
The world has changed in a couple of weeks.
Less than a month ago, I was happy shaking hands with acquaintances.
How To Protect Yourself When Self-Isolating With A Controlling Partner
Home isn’t always a safe place.
And even if you do feel okay, maybe home it isn’t always a calm, peaceful place.
What Your Physical Symptoms Can Teach You About Hidden Stress
While I aim to live in the present and express gratitude for each day, I’m kind of glad we’ve got to the end of January! This time of year I can find challenging. And I am not alone. We are leaving behind one of the most stressful times of the year.
Why Telling Your Story Means You Take Charge Of Your Life
What’s your favourite story? Christmas has long gone, but I have to confess that I think that I’d watched five different versions of Charles Dickens A Christmas Carol over the Christmas holidays!
Why Attachment Styles Matter To Your Relationship
Have you ever wondered why your partner always seems to want to escape when you have an argument? Or perhaps why you always seem to be the one trying to get them to stay in the room and make things better.
Verbal Abuse: When The Joke Just Isn’t Funny
Many people assume that verbal abuse is just about swearing. And some go one step further by thinking that swearing is only abusive if it’s attached to name-calling. If they didn’t call you an #@$%ing [insert], then they haven’t been abusive.
The B* Word – Boundaries. Why It’s Hard To Stop Saying Yes When You Feel No
Ever found yourself giving in and putting the needs of someone else first or second-guessing yourself? Can you relate? Then you know why setting boundaries feels so hard.
Does Therapy Work? Yes It Does, And Here’s The Evidence
Does therapy work? Absolutely. Yes, it does
But you would expect me to say that that, wouldn’t you! What therapist would say otherwise?
The Power of Owning Your Suppressed Anger: Reclaiming The Goddess
In a healthy relationship, you would with your partner, be able to express your feelings openly. You would say what bothers you about what is going on or what happened.
Coercive Control: 7 Reasons Why Women Don’t Leave
When Sally Challen walked free from the High Court in London last Friday, many saw this as a landmark decision for how the legal system treats domestic abuse. European countries, including England and Wales, are taking the lead on redefining domestic abuse.