With our living standards in general never being better I am often asked; why is it that mental health issues are now so common and on the increase? I believe the answer is actually quite simple: We are overloading our nervous systems to the point where the chemistry needed to help us feel happy, positive,…
It seems like we are always being told what to do. Parents, family and partners Teachers, bosses and peers Government, society, culture and religion Lay down some of rules we feel pressurised into obeying through the voice in our heads. That inner critic, that inner moralist which not only can put us down with self…
“I believe it is time for a few tears and tantrums. Hard news hurts.” – Katie Hopkins. Outrage and debates raged this week due to Katie Hopkins blog and appearance on This Morning as she explained to readers and viewers that the obesity crisis needed some tough love. Children with weight issues needed to be…
1. Scooby Doo? Have you been conditioned like a dog to wanting cheap crappy chocolate treats? Remind yourself you are not a dog and if you really want something to make yourself feel good then choose something that reflects your self worth. You are much better and worth much more than a few pence on…
“I would never have thought about coming to see someone like you,” he said shuffling uncomfortably in the chair as he made his confession. “I thought people who went to therapists were weak and just needed to pull their socks up. Don’t get me wrong, I am still sceptical about what you whatever it is…
Well it’s not about control which does appeal to anxious people but it’s more about how do we influence and work with the caveman. Especially when he is being too horny, anxious, angry, stressed or indulging in bad habits which are causing problems? You have to remember that the caveman’s priority is to keep you…
The word NO has quite a devastating effect on the mind. (Apologies for what reading this word has done to you). This powerful word when spoken, thought about or read releases dozens of stress producing chemicals in the brain which effect the effectiveness and rationality of the brain. So is it little wonder that many…