In first sessions with my clients, I usually welcome them, introduce myself, discuss the contract and any questions they might have, and I also ask them about their expectations towards our sessions before we have a look into the presenting … Read more
BUT … – How effective communication stands and falls with a three-letter conjunction
‘I understand you, but I think …‘
‘I’m sorry for changing plans, but I cannot promise …’
‘You are right about that, but I am …’
These statements are few exemplary snippets from a couple therapy session. While I was … Read more
My best friend is moving to another country
Hearing the news that your best friend is leaving town can hit you hard especially if this is someone you meet regularly and with whom you have created many memories. You may feel mixed emotions; happy that they are chasing … Read more
The problem is the problem, the person is not the problem!
This is just plain good advice! But unfortunately, oftentimes we make the person the problem – be it ourselves or others. Even something as clear cut as passing an exam or an assignment: if we do not achieve the desired … Read more
What Is Fatigue?
Fatigue is a feeling of being extremely tired, weak and generally feeling very exhausted. Fatigue does not have to be physical feelings of tiredness; it can also be experienced mentally or as a combination of both physical and mental. We all … Read more
The Choice
I’m not normally in the habit of writing book reviews but this is not so much a book review but more of a personal sharing of how this book has struck me on a deeply personal level. The Choice, … Read more
It-Tibdil u l-Ħajja.
Fil-ħajja naffaċċjaw ħafna bidliet; dawn jistgħu jkunu kemm pozittivi kif ukoll negattivi. Il-bidla hija importanti biex aħna navvanzaw u niżviluppaw fi kwalunkwe aspett; bħall-aspett akkademiku, soċjali, professjonali u personali (internament kif nirraġunaw u nġibu ruħna). Li ninbidlu turi li qed … Read more
My loved one has an addiction – Do’s and Don’ts in supporting them
Hearing the word ‘addiction’ triggers thoughts about drugs, alcohol, nicotine, gambling, sex, … A substance or behavioural addiction is a complex condition, defined by a lack of control that leads to harmful consequences for the individual and often their environment. … Read more
How to practice Positive Self-Talk?
Seeing your glass as half-full is often associated with having an optimistic view of the world. A number of studies found that people who view the glass as half-full not only think more optimistically, but also hold particular personality traits, … Read more
