Supporting a loved one through bereavement

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Losing a loved one can be one of the most difficult experiences a person can go through. Supporting a loved one can be challenging, but it is an important and loving thing to do. Understanding the grief process and being there for your loved one can help them navigate this difficult time. Listening and validating feelings One of the most …

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The Importance of Setting Boundaries to Protect Against Emotional Abuse

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It is vital to talk about emotional abuse because it can have serious and long-lasting effects on an individual’s mental and emotional well-being. Emotional abuse can be just as damaging as physical abuse and can be more subtle and harder to recognise. Setting boundaries is a vital tool for protecting against emotional abuse. When individuals have clear and healthy boundaries, …

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How Fertility Counselling Can Help You Navigate The Emotional Side Of Infertility

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Infertility can be a difficult and emotional journey for couples. The longing for a child and the inability to conceive can bring a range of emotions, such as sadness, frustration, anger, and hopelessness. Embracing the Journey: How Fertility Counselling Can Help It’s vital to remember that you are not alone in this journey and that there are ways to navigate …

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The Role Of Body Image In Eating Issues And How Therapy Can Help

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Body image and eating issues are two closely related topics that can significantly impact an individual’s physical and mental well-being. Many people struggle with body image concerns and negative thoughts about their appearance, which can lead to disordered eating patterns and even eating disorders. The good news is that therapy can be an effective tool in addressing these issues and …

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Building A New Life After Divorce

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Divorce can be a difficult and emotional journey, marking the end of a partnership and leaving many feeling lost and uncertain about the future. It can be hard to imagine a new life after a relationship that once meant so much. But it’s important to remember that the end of a marriage is not the end of the story. It’s …

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Helping Families Cope With The Impact Of Mental Health Issues

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Understanding Mental Health Issues Understanding mental illness is crucial for those affected by it and those who care for them. Mental health issues can be complex conditions that can take many forms. Common mental health issues include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and eating disorders. Each issue has symptoms and warning signs, such as sadness, hopelessness, excessive worry, or fear. …

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communication in codependent relationships

Codependency is a type of relationship in which one person sacrifices their own needs and wants for the sake of the other person. One of the key characteristics of codependency is poor communication. In this article, we will discuss communication in codependent relationships and how it can impact the quality of those relationships. Poor Communication in Codependent Relationships One of …

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Education and Career Development

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The Importance of Continuing Education in Career Development From a transpersonal and relational perspective, continuing education is essential to career development. It allows individuals to connect with their unique purpose, values and meaning in their work and develop their skills and abilities to achieve that purpose. Personal and Professional Growth: Continuing education allows individuals to explore new ideas, perspectives, and …

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Healing From A History Of Emotional Abuse In Therapy

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Emotional abuse involves the manipulation, belittling, and control of another person’s emotions and behaviour. It can take many forms, including verbal abuse, manipulation, gaslighting, and isolation. It can be just as damaging as physical abuse. It can have long-lasting effects on an individual’s mental and emotional well-being. The effects of emotional abuse can include feelings of low self-worth, anxiety, depression, …

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How Family Dynamics And Past Trauma Can Contribute To Eating Problems

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Eating Problems, Families and Trauma Eating problems, such as anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder, are significant mental health conditions that can considerably impact an individual’s physical, emotional, and social well-being. While these disorders are often thought of as being primarily related to issues of body image and self-esteem, research has shown that there are often deeper underlying issues that …

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