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Why am I always disappointed and feel a sense of letdown after Christmas?

Thanks B, many people ask themselves this question every year. Christmas comes and goes, the decorations are packed away, the house feels strangely empty, and instead of relief there is a lingering sense of disappointment. You might feel flat, deflated, or vaguely unsettled, and then judge yourself for feeling that way. After all, Christmas is […]

Why are so many people openly dismissive and aggressive on social media?

Thanks A, that is a question many are asking right now. You open social media to catch up or  to learn something new or feel connected, and instead you are met with sarcasm, ridicule and outright aggression. People dismiss others without listening. They attack rather than discuss and it often seems far more intense online […]

“How do I get my teenage daughter to do what I want?”

Thanks V, this is a question many parents ask, usually delivered with a mix of exhaustion, worry and genuine care. Most parents are not trying to dominate their teenagers, they are trying to protect them, guide them and keep them safe in a world that seems more complex and riskier than the one they grew […]

Why are there so many more mental illnesses these days?

Thanks for your question, V. Everywhere we turn there seem to be new labels, new diagnoses and new treatments being discussed. For some people this increased awareness has been helpful. it has encouraged people who were suffering in silence to seek help and to talk openly about their struggles, which is undoubtedly a positive step. […]

The importance of touch for us all

The phrase “touch starved” has started to appear more often in everyday conversations, particularly after the period of lockdowns and social distancing. At first glance it can sound a little dramatic, but it describes something very real and very human. Touch starvation refers to a lack of physical touch, the ordinary everyday contact that reassures […]

R Asks- Why is it that people try to control each other all the time?

Thanks R, this is something which comes up regularly, sometimes with frustration, sometimes with genuine confusion, and sometimes with a weary sigh. It shows up in relationships, families, workplaces, politics and even casual conversations. We find ourselves asking, “Why can’t people just let others be?” or “Why does everything turn into a power struggle?” A […]

Shingles is linked to Wellbeing.

In the past, shingles was considered to be an older person’s illness, something that showed up later in life often alongside the natural weakening of the body that comes with aging. Recently doctors are reporting that people in their thirties, twenties and even younger are being diagnosed with shingles, often with no obvious medical explanation. […]

Behaviour Is Always a Choice

It is easy to believe that our behaviour is caused by what happens to us. Someone speaks sharply so we snap back. A situation feels unfair, we withdraw, stress builds and patience disappears. From the outside it can look automatic, almost unavoidable, yet when we slow things down and look more closely, something important becomes […]

Fasting and Wellbeing

Many people search for ways to feel better, to think more clearly, and to carry a little more energy into the day. It is easy to look for complicated answers when the simple ones often sit in front of us. One practice that has gained a lot of attention is intermittent fasting. It sounds technical […]