Silent Nights? Managing Difficult Conversations at Christmas

A Guide to Navigating Tricky Topics and Maintaining Harmony The holiday season is a time for joy, connection, and celebration, but it can also bring its share of challenges, particularly when navigating difficult conversations with loved ones. Whether it’s clashing political views, unresolved family tensions, or differing opinions on how to spend the holidays, these

Nurturing Your Progress: Strategies to Sustain Therapy Gains and Prevent Relapse

Introduction: The Garden of Your Mind Imagine your mind as a garden. In therapy, you’ve learned to recognise, understand, and tackle the “weeds” – negative thoughts, unhelpful behaviours, and distressing emotions. With time and care, you’ve cultivated “flowers” — positive habits, self-compassion, and resilience. But, just like in any garden, weeds have a tendency to