Most of us know what it’s like to be in anticipation of an upcoming holiday or vacation. There is usually a lot of excitement, planning and generally positive feelings surrounding such events. However, this happiness and exhilaration is usually quite … Read more
“Attachment in the 21st Century” 2023 Workshop | Dr. Gwen Adshead
The workshop “Attachment in the 21st Century” held on 21st November, is the first of the two Workshops hosted by Willingness.
Speaker – Dr. Gwen Adshead
The speaker was Dr Gwen Adshead, a distinguished forensic psychiatrist and psychotherapist renowned for … Read more
Screen Time or Quality Time? Finding Holiday Balance
In our fast-paced digital age, striking a balance between screen time and quality time has become a challenge, especially during the holiday season. As families gather and individuals unwind, the question arises: Is it better to spend our leisure moments … Read more
Trauma and recovery – a book review
This post will be another book review. This time it’s about a book that I have recommended to two of my female clients who have suffered sexual abuse as children. This book may not be advisable for all clients, the … Read more
Why Does Rejection Make My Heart Hurt?
Have you ever noticed that experiencing rejection can hurt just as much as physical injury? Strange as it may seem, physical pain and the emotional sting of rejection actually have a lot in common. In this blog post, we will … Read more
A Brief Burnout History
Burnout is a term that has gained popularity recently and is frequently linked to the stress and strain of contemporary work life, but did you know that the idea of burnout has a long history and has an impact that … Read more
13 consequences of poor self-care
Self-care is when we take care of ourselves to be physically healthy and cope better with our daily stressors. Thus, if you don’t take care of yourself and have your emotional needs and physical needs met then it will lead … Read more
Rejection as a Catalyst for Growth
If you’ve ever had to face any form of rejection (which you probably have), then you’d know that it is often unpleasant and many times quite hurtful. Whether it’s being cast out by a group of friends, getting rejected for … Read more
The Importance of Mental Decluttering.
The concept of mental decluttering is drawn from principles of mindfulness, cognitive psychology and self-help practices. All these practices encourage individuals to observe their thoughts without judgement and let go of any unnecessary thoughts or ruminations by emphasising the importance … Read more
Relationship advice for people with an ADHD partner – by Agnieszka Szpotowska
How to help people with an ADHD partner
- A partner with ADHD may require more visual stimulation during intimate situations.
- Medications such as stimulants and antidepressants may affect libido.
- Don’t ‘groom your partner’ or act like a parent to your