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08Sep

Why Do We Still Get that Back to School Feeling As Adults?

Alice McGurran

self

Mind

Even as adults, we might get that back-to-school feeling, keen to embrace new routines and a fresh start. This time of year also sees an increase in people seeking therapy and counselling – Alice McGurran spoke to some of our members to find out more.
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06Sep

The Impact of Stress and Nutrition on Overall Health

Kate Chaytor Norris

body, gut, health, IBS, illness, nutrition, self, stress, wellbeing

Body

Stress and poor nutrition have the potential to cause or worsen chronic health conditions. Nutritional therapist Kate Chaytor Norris explores common difficulties and offers need-to-know tips.
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02Sep

How to Change Your Mindset

Dr Jack Lewis and Adrian Webster

brain, mindset, neuroscience, self, wellbeing

Mind

How we think can change how we perceive the world and the events that arise in our day to day lives. Dr Jack Lewis and Adrian Webster explore the power of positive thinking to improve your life.
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24Aug

My Experience of Body Dysmorphic Disorder

Emma Kilburn

body, bodyimage, self, society

Mind

Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is characterised by persistent and disruptive preoccupation with one of more aspects of your appearance. Emma Kilburn shares her own experience of BDD.
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05Aug

The Five Different Types of Imposter Syndrome

Nicola Thompson

confidence, identity, impostersyndrome, self, selfworth

Therapists

Imposter syndrome will have you believing that you aren't good enough and that you don't deserve your job, skills or relationship. Therapist Nicola Thompson explains the five different types of imposter and what you can do to feel more self-assured.
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26Jul

What To Do If You Feel Like You Don't Fit In

Gill Hasson

friendships, identity, loneliness, relationships, self

Relationships

Being lonely isn't just about not being around other people, it's about not feeling like you share authentic connections with people. Gill Hasson explores the importance of self-acceptance and knowing yourself, in order to find your tribe.
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21Jul

The Five Stages of Coaching

Neil Lawrence

coaching, self, wellbeing

Coaches

Coaching is a structured, goal-focused process – here coach Neil Lawrence explains the five stages of coaching and how it can help you.
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14Jul

6 Common Coping Strategies That Often Make Things Worse

Dr Soph

anxiety, depression, identity, self, tips

Mind

We can be so used to our own coping strategies and defence mechanisms that we barely notice them. Dr Soph, psychologist and author of A Manual for Being Human, explores six common coping strategies and how we can react more healthily.
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07Jul

Managing Loss and Inevitable Transitions

Sandra Hilton

change, identity, middleage, midlife, self

Therapists

Loss, change and transition are inevitable parts of life, as we move into different roles and get older. Therapist Sandra Hilton reflects on the necessity of feeling lost, of grieving properly, in order to grow.
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05Jul

How to Stop Seeking Validation from Others

Jay Rai

career, coaching, confidence, identity, relationships, self, work

Coaches

Seeking approval and validation from others is natural – our relationships are vital to our survival. But taking it too far can lead to people-pleasing and losing sight of your values, says therapist and coach Jay Rai.
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