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I feel so lonely – can counselling help me?

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I feel so lonely – can counselling help me?
Guides • March 8, 2024
I feel so lonely – can counselling help me?

Expressing feelings of loneliness can be challenging for many of us. It’s a universal experience, yet admitting to it can trigger feelings of unworthiness and shame. The three dimensions of loneliness Loneliness encompasses three main psychological dimensions: Social loneliness This is when a network to connect with is lacking and we don’t feel part of a community. This can arise through being.. Read more

Introvert, shyness, and social anxiety: what’s the difference?
Guides • January 24, 2024
Introvert, shyness, and social anxiety: what’s the difference?

Introversion, shyness, and social anxiety are commonly used interchangeably. Even I’ve made the mistake of confusing them in the past.

21 ways to explain anxiety to someone who has never had anxiety
Guides • January 24, 2024
21 ways to explain anxiety to someone who has never had anxiety

Everyone with anxiety has had at least one disappointing conversation in which it’s clear the other person thinks you can “just stop worrying about it”.

How to explain anxiety to someone who doesn’t have it
Guides • January 24, 2024
How to explain anxiety to someone who doesn’t have it

Explaining your anxiety to someone who understand it can be difficult and challenging. I think the best way to illustrate anxiety is with examples.

How to Support Someone With a Mental Health Problem this Christmas
Guides • November 30, 2023
How to Support Someone With a Mental Health Problem this Christmas

For many, Christmas is an exciting celebration, but for the 1 in 4 people with a mental illness, it may be a time of sadness or worry. If you know someone struggling with a mental health problem, they may need a little extra support over the Christmas period. Those with mental health problems often have to put on a mask and.. Read more

Learn the Signs of Suicide and How to ACT
Guides • September 7, 2023
Learn the Signs of Suicide and How to ACT

Suicide is fast rising into the leading cause of death for 18 to 25-year-olds, therefore, it is vitally important to know the signs and how to help someone who may be at risk of it. Research shows that most people who attempt suicide give some sort of clue before they make an attempt. Therefore, understanding the words and/or actions of someone considering.. Read more