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From Shame to Self-Compassion: Navigating Vulnerability in Therapy

As a therapist, I have observed that shame is a prevalent topic among my clients. Often, when exploring their presenting issues and underlying causes, shame emerges as a significant factor. It is a subject that resonates deeply with me, both personally and professionally. My own therapeutic journey, coupled with the professional interactions with my clients, has solidified my understanding of shame in the human experience.

Jul 13, 2026 · 4 min read

“Grief is Simply Love with Nowhere to Go”

Quote from Chris Hall Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Centre for Grief and Bereavement

Jul 12, 2026 · 5 min read

Hope & Healing Trauma: A Gentle Path Back to Wholeness

Trauma can feel like a fracture - a sudden break in the rhythm of life. It lingers not only in our memories, but also in our bodies, our nervous systems, and the quiet ways we hold ourselves back. At first, healing can feel impossible. Hope can feel far away.

Jul 11, 2026 · 4 min read

Hope and Healing Trauma: I’ve learned that hope isn’t about perfection and healing isn’t about erasing the past.

When I volunteered to write this month’s note on Hope & Healing Trauma, my mind was overflowing with ideas. There’s so much to say, so many perspectives, so many lived experiences. But as I began writing, I realised I had to bring it back to basics…the simplest truth. My wish is that if you take away just one thing from this note, it’s this:

Jul 10, 2026 · 3 min read

How Are You, Really?

October marks a natural turning point in the year. The year has substantially passed and is coming to an end, and there’s a quiet invitation to slow down, take stock…

Jul 9, 2026 · 6 min read

How Dis-ease Brought Me Back to Ease with My Health

Life has a way of surprising us, often when we least expect it. I had been working in a fast-paced, high-pressure role, driven by metrics, deadlines, and the constant need…

Jul 8, 2026 · 3 min read

How Mealtime and Young Mental Health is Connected

Do you prioritise family mealtime? In today’s fast-paced environment, where everyone often feels pulled in different directions, family meals can be easily dismissed and missed. Family meals can be truly…

Jul 7, 2026 · 5 min read

How to Deal with a flaky friend

Dealing with a flaky friend can be challenging but manageable with the right approach. A flaky friend is someone who frequently cancels or reschedules plans or shows up late without considering how it affects others. This behaviour can lead to frustration, especially when it results in wasted time or awkward situations, like waiting in a busy restaurant or travelling across town only to be stood up.

Jul 6, 2026 · 2 min read

How to Improve Sleep Quality?

Are you frequently fatigued in the morning, even after getting ample hours of sleep at night? While it can be a frustrating situation, there may be a simple explanation: you might be having poor sleep quality.

Jul 5, 2026 · 5 min read

Interpersonal Relationships from the Perspective of Reiki

In the journey of life, interpersonal relationships play a fundamental role. From a Reiki perspective, these connections are not just human encounters but profound opportunities for spiritual growth, energy exchange, and mutual healing.

Jul 4, 2026 · 3 min read

Intimacy Beyond Sex – A Way of Being

When we hear the word intimacy , we often think of sex: touch, desire, romance. Yet true intimacy lives far beyond these moments. It is felt in silence, in a…

Jul 3, 2026 · 4 min read

Is Your Relationship Due for a Mindset Reset?

Your partner forgets to text you back after a long day, and you think, "They don’t care about me." Or they casually mention plans with friends that don’t include you, and you wonder, "Am I not important to them anymore?" These passing negative thoughts may seem trivial, but they reflect deeper narratives we unconsciously construct about our partners and relationships.

Jul 2, 2026 · 5 min read