Author: Frances Masters
There is a clear link between insomnia and depression which many people, including mental heath professionals, can’t understand. It can seem like a chicken and egg situation. Does insomnia contribute to depression or vice versa? Do you have trouble getting to sleep at night or do you find you fall asleep OK, wake early and then...
Read MoreEven though it’s perfectly normal to feel down at times, depression can be truly debilitating. Understanding how to fight depression is the first step towards beating it. The trouble is some people never seem to beat it. David was like that. ‘It’s like someone up there has got it in for me’ he would say. Even...
Read MoreThere’s nothing as wonderful as a good nights rest, yet many people struggle to either get to sleep or stay asleep. The traditional advice is to get up and do something boring until you feel sleepy. Fortunately you can discover how to get better sleep with a simple visualisation technique you can start putting into practice tonight....
Read MoreAnxiety can be truly debilitating, having an impact on nearly every part of our lives. Through the story of Kelly, learn how to control anxiety with one easy breathing technique. Reclaim your life from anxiety When Kelly had her first anxiety attack, she was standing in line having her photograph taken for a school photo....
Read MoreIt’s no secret that today’s fast-paced life is conducive to stress. Fortunately there are a number of simple ways to manage stress you can start putting into action today. 1. Identify the ‘downward spiral of stress.’ When something stress-inducing happens, it’s all too easy to fall into a downward spiral, where even unrelated problems get...
Read More“I can’t do it.” “I wont be good enough.” “There’s no point, I’ll probably mess it up anyway.” Do any of these phrases sound all too familiar? The truth is, no matter how well your life may be going, negative thinking can stop you in your tracks. It’s easy to get stuck in a downward...
Read MoreMandy sounded pretty desperate on the phone ‘Look, I’ll be straight with you. I need to lose a stone before christmas.’ she said. ‘Do you think you can help?’ ‘Well, I’ve helped many people with weight issues. What are your particular issues around food?’ I asked. ‘Trouble is, I start out ok but just seem...
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