The Comparison Trap

The Comparison Trap

If you’re anything like me, you’ll likely be familiar with that feeling of being overwhelmed after spending some (too much?) time scrolling through social media, Netflix, or even just watching a little too much TV.  In today’s fast-paced and hyperconnected...
ACT Metaphor: Monsters on a Boat

ACT Metaphor: Monsters on a Boat

Have you ever felt like your negative thoughts and emotions control your life? When self-defeating feelings take over, it can feel like monsters are lurking in the shadows, ready to attack you at any moment. But what if I told you that you can use this image of...
How to let go of negative thoughts

How to let go of negative thoughts

I previously introduced you to the Hands and Thoughts exercise from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) which has been popular with both my online counselling clients and my readers here on this blog. It’s a simple yet effective exercise to illustrate how our...

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