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A letter to MP Stephen Kinnock
Dear Mr. Kinnock, I am writing to express my deep concern regarding your recent comments on private therapy. As a professional counselor,...
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Apr 12 min read
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Turning Trauma into a Historical Event: Reclaiming Your Narrative
Trauma can leave deep emotional scars that impact our mental and physical well-being. However, by reframing traumatic experiences as...
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Mar 142 min read
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The Healing Power of Nature: How the Outdoors Boosts Mood and Mental Well-being
Many people experience stress, anxiety, and depression due to the demands of work, relationships, and daily responsibilities. While...
rootstogrowcounsel
Mar 43 min read
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Using Visualisation for Stress Relief: A Simple Yet Powerful Tool
Stress has become an inevitable part of modern life, but the way we manage it can make all the difference. One of the most effective and...
rootstogrowcounsel
Feb 282 min read
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The Healing Power of Spring: How Nature Boosts Mental Health
As the seasons change and spring begins to unfold, many of us feel a natural shift in our mood and energy levels. The transition from the...
rootstogrowcounsel
Feb 72 min read
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Understanding Burnout: Signs, Causes, and Recovery Strategies
Burnout is more than just feeling tired or overworked—it’s a state of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion caused by prolonged...
rootstogrowcounsel
Feb 42 min read
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The Life-Changing Benefits of Meditation
In today’s fast-paced world, stress and anxiety have become all too common. Meditation offers a simple yet powerful way to restore...
rootstogrowcounsel
Jan 311 min read
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From Wanting Change to Taking Action
In our journey toward better mental health, many of us find ourselves yearning for change. We imagine a life where stress feels...
rootstogrowcounsel
Jan 242 min read
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New Year’s Resolutions or A Gentle Approach to Growth?
The New Year often feels like a fresh start, brimming with hope and ambition. It’s a time when many of us set goals hoping to transform...
rootstogrowcounsel
Jan 112 min read
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Navigating grief at Christmas
The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. But for those who are grieving, Christmas can...
rootstogrowcounsel
Dec 20, 20243 min read
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Coping with stress at Christmas
The holiday season, while filled with joy and celebration, can also bring its fair share of stress. From gift shopping and party planning...
rootstogrowcounsel
Dec 17, 20242 min read
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The Power of Self-Compassion: A Path to Healing
In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it’s easy to forget (or we not even notice) that: we are often our own harshest critics. We hold...
rootstogrowcounsel
Dec 3, 20243 min read
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Loneliness at Christmas: Finding Comfort During the Holidays
For many, Christmas is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. But for others, the festive season can highlight feelings of...
rootstogrowcounsel
Nov 26, 20243 min read
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Understanding Winter Blues and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, many people experience a shift in mood. For some, this is simply a case of the...
rootstogrowcounsel
Nov 19, 20242 min read
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The Mental Health Benefits of Walking
Walking, often overlooked as a form of exercise, is a powerful tool for enhancing mental health. This simple, accessible activity offers...
rootstogrowcounsel
Jun 25, 20242 min read
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Welcome
Welcome to my blog. In this blog I will be writing about how the use of counselling, self-help and mindfulness may be helpful to a person...
rootstogrowcounsel
Feb 15, 20242 min read
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