Perfectionism can be viewed as two sides of the same coin. On one hand, it can motivate you to develop remarkable work, while on the other hand it can cause an abundance of unnecessary anxiety. In … Read more
As children grow up, it seems natural for parents to compare them to other youngsters (including their own siblings!). However, many people fail to think about the effect that it may have on kids. Siblings are … Read more
Over the last decade, smartphones transformed our daily lives. For many individuals, it’s the first thing they use when they wake up and the last thing they use before they sleep. This behaviour leads to Digital … Read more
As we continue adjusting to new ways of spending time together at work, at home, and at play, our relationships can take a toll. The struggle to balance the demands of an ongoing pandemic and our … Read more
Gestalt psychotherapy is a powerful modality that helps us focus on our present life. It encourages a journey of self-realisation, to embrace our freedom in a way that harmoniously meets our needs.
Every person has the … Read more
Grief is a natural response to loss and it can affect us on a mental, physical and emotional level. It is the overwhelming feeling of suffering when something or someone you love is taken away. Grief … Read more
A third of our life is spent working. That’s a long time. It is therefore no surprise that we build strong friendships with our colleagues who can identify with struggles we face at work, who share … Read more
“All the art of living lies in a fine mingling of letting go and holding on” – Havelock Ellis
This quote struck a chord within me recently which led me to process the concept of impermanence … Read more
In previous blogs I touched upon different cognitive distortions which present themselves in our daily lives. Our brains are prone to make connections which may become quick shortcuts in our day to day thinking. Our brain … Read more
In Gestalt psychotherapy, the focus is on gaining a better understanding of ourselves. The client is seen as the expert of their life and also has the inner ability to support themselves, but might need some … Read more
