Temperaments In Relationships
A temperament is that part of your personality that interacts with information in the world. You might also call it your ‘world view’. It is the way you think, the…
Resolving resentment and bitterness in long-term relationships
Long-term relationships are beautiful, and can be an adventure for both parties. However, they can also harbour hidden resentments and bitterness. These negative emotions can erode the foundation of love…
RELATIONAL TRAUMA
Happy new year, dear readers! We are grateful for another year, a fresh start filled with many possibilities. Have you heard of ‘Relational trauma’? This is a term describes the…
THE PAIN IN HEALING
As Jessy walked into my office, she expressed a mix of anxiety and anticipation. At the age of 32, she was finally addressing the deep-seated childhood trauma that had haunted…
Dear Younger Me…
Dear younger me…..(pause) What do I tell her? What do I tell the bright-eyed girl back in the village, whose unforgiving life experiences denied her a chance to truly enjoy…
OH, LOVE OF SELF!
I recall our very first session. She had booked a face to face individual counseling session set for a Tuesday morning. She arrived at the reception about 10minutes early, and…
Journaling – a right to write.
Imagine having a personal therapist who is not only available 24/7, but who is also free of charge! That sounds exciting, doesn’t it? Well, that’s what a personal journal is.…
I want my JOY back!
How to silence the negative thoughts that are robbing you of joy Did you know that each time you feel a mood change there is a negative thought that…