When faced with an everyday problem, there may be several things we can do to solve the issue. Developing a more constructive and helpful approach to solving problems by using practical and effective solutions can help you cope better with life’s issues and feel more in control. This helps to improve wellbeing and functioning. Structured…
Did you know that being thankful can actually improve your wellbeing? Studies show that expressing gratitude kickstarts the production of dopamine and serotonin which creates feelings of happiness. Grateful people often experience less chronic pain, reduced blood pressure and increased self-esteem. So here are a few ways you can start expressing your gratitude: Gratitude Jar…
Journaling or expressive writing allows people to communicate their feelings and thoughts on paper. It has been used for thousands of years, and for good reason, as it has shown to have many mental, emotional, and physical health benefits. Benefits include: Reducing the intensity of negative feelings and speeding up emotional recovery. Improving mood and…
Have you ever noticed a difference in your mood if you stay inside all day without natural light compared to when you’ve stepped out into the fresh air? Being outside in nature affects more than just your mood – it can impact your behaviour, sleep, and nervous, hormone, and immune systems. If you need some…
When we want to achieve something, we create goals for ourselves. These can be day-to-day small goals like finishing work tasks or longer-term goals, like the types of aspirations we often discuss in therapy. Saying we want to be better at something is a start but to give ourselves the best chance of success, we…