Letting go of performance Most of us spend our lives feeling we have to be something for ourselves or others. We feel we have to perform no matter what arena of life we are in. Authenticity is more powerful than … Continued
Vulnerability is the key to allowing consciousness to flow in our lives.Being true to our deepest self always involves opening up, the opposite of defending. A chart comparing vulnerability to defensiveness could look something like this. Defensiveness Vulnerability Not wanting … Continued
Wishing you all a peaceful festive season! I see many clients for psychotherapy who really struggle at this time of year. Aloneness It is painful for some who have little connection with family or friends.Sadness or loneliness arises. Aim to … Continued
Sometimes it’s scary to be ourselves, really be who we need to be. Others may not expect it or occasionally dissapprove.Surprisingly though, mostly people will respect you. Our health and happiness depends on our ability to be authentic to our … Continued
Our partners ,children and whoever is around us are valuable learning for us. Teenagers As parents we often say our teenagers don’t respect us enough or they take us for granted. Reflect it gently back on yourself. Do you treat … Continued