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How Dysfunction Becomes “Normal”: Understanding the Hidden Impact of Growing Up in a Toxic Family
Did you grow up in a home where criticism, yelling, or silent treatment were everyday occurrences? You may not have realised it at the time, but that environment was shaping your idea of what “normal” family life looks like. As children, we don’t have the ability to...
Why Everything Can Feel Like a Battle in Your Relationship or Marriage
Sometimes relationship challenges don’t show up in the obvious ways that we may expect. They can creep in through the smaller, everyday moments, such as, the choice of where to sit in a restaurant, who books the airline seats, or how one partner responds...
The Subtle Ways Narcissistic Partners Undermine Your Confidence
Being in a relationship with a narcissistic partner doesn’t always involve overt abuse. The most damaging behaviour can be subtle, persistent, and difficult to identify. If you've ever found yourself second-guessing your memory, feeling "not good enough,"...
Recognising and Managing Overstimulation as an HSP (Highly Sensitive Person)
In this post, we'll explore the signs of overstimulation, why HSPs are more susceptible to it, and provide practical strategies to help manage it. What Is Overstimulation?Overstimulation occurs when your brain is overwhelmed by the amount of information or...
10 Clear Signs Your Partner Is Emotionally Unavailable and How It Can Affect Your Relationship
Emotional availability is at the heart of any healthy relationship. When both partners are emotionally open, the relationship thrives, creating an atmosphere of trust, empathy, and intimacy. However, when one partner is emotionally unavailable, it can...
Early Dating Red Flags: The warning signs you should consider
Embarking on a new romantic journey can be both exciting and joyful, getting to know someone new, as well as sharing new experiences. However, the early stages of dating are also crucial for spotting potential red flags that could indicate unhealthy...
Let’s look at Clinical EFT versus traditional counselling
In order to help you understand the difference between traditional counselling and Clinical EFT, here is an explanation that will explain the difference so you can make an informed choice between the two.Many have sought the benefits of traditional...
What is Gaslighting?
If you’re someone who pays attention to the terms and phrases that are being used in the media, chances are you’ve heard the term “gaslighting” before. Despite its presence in mainstream media, there’s a chance that you still don’t quite know what the term means....
