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Why Do I Feel Responsible for Everyone Else?

Do you feel responsible for keeping everyone around you happy? Perhaps youmonitor other people’s moods, step in quickly when something is wrong, or feel guiltywhenever you put your own needs first. You may be the person others rely upon—the listener, problem-solver, peacekeeperor dependable one. Although caring for people can be deeply rewarding, continuallyfeeling responsible for…

Why Can’t I Stop Overthinking Everything?

Why Can’t I Stop Overthinking Everything?

If you’ve ever found yourself lying awake replaying conversations, analysing every decision you’ve made or worrying about things that haven’t happened yet, you’re not alone.Many people describe feeling trapped in their own thoughts. They know they’re overthinking, but no matter how hard they try, they can’t seem to switch their mind off. As a Clinical…

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Preparing for Changing Family Dynamics

Preparing for Changing Family Dynamics   February tends to shine a spotlight on love. Valentine’s Day marketing fills our feeds with hearts, roses, and romantic gestures, but love isn’t just about couples; it lives in families too, and families are always changing. Expecting a new baby, navigating an imminent divorce, relocating to a new place,…

Taking Care of the Men in your Life: Mental Health Tips for Men

Taking Care of the Men in your Life: Mental Health Tips for Men

Every year on 19 November, International Men’s Day offers a chance to celebrate the immense value that men bring to the world, their families, and communities. It’s also an important reminder to look after men’s wellbeing, and particularly their mental health. While conversations about mental health have become more open in recent years, men still…

Helping Children to Navigate Grief While Coping With Your Own Loss
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Helping Children to Navigate Grief While Coping With Your Own Loss

Grief touches every family at some time, but when children are involved, it can feel even more complex. As a parent or carer, you may be struggling with your own heartache while also trying to help your child make sense of what has happened. It’s a tender balancing act: supporting your child’s emotional world, and…