Have you ever been in a relationship with someone who is narcissistic? Even if you don’t know the exact clinical definition of the disorder, it is likely that you have encountered people who harbour a lot of the self-absorbed traits that...
Read moreWe hear the term “codependence” and codependency a lot, but what does it mean and how does it show up in relationships? Therapist Teyhou Smyth gives a good description of codependence and how to recognise and address it in today’s blog...
Read moreThere’s a lot of talk about self-esteem, and even more written about it in the media and online. It seems that low self-esteem is something so many people struggle with. And of course we all want to improve our self-esteem and stand up for...
Read moreIt may be a bit of a cliché but February is a good month to reflect on love with Valentine’s Day occurring in the middle. So whether you are in love, out of love, or in-between love, we have a few new articles coming your way this month all...
Read moreDr Susan Byrne was interviewed by Wendy Grace about Eating Disorders on Spirit Radio's Morning Show on 29 June 2021. You can listen to it below or click to watch it on Youtube. The interview covers the origins and signs of different eating...
Read moreThere have been many interesting and newsworthy moments in the reporting of the 2021 Olympic Games, but none more so than the stir created by USA gymnast Simone Biles. By saying no and setting boundaries for her own wellbeing and mental health...
Read moreWhen in therapy both the therapist and the person seeking help welcome anything that can boost therapy effectiveness. These days therapists and their clients are much more open to incorporating less traditional practices into the mix. Often this...
Read moreSometimes we go through hard times; sometimes, people give us a hard time. And sometimes we are hard on ourselves. It can be difficult for many people to think positively about themselves, and there are many reasons for that. But just because we...
Read moreIt is safe to say that the levels of depression and anxiety in our society have certainly risen to unsustainable proportions over the pandemic. Often people’s anxiety and depression can be justified – related to real circumstances...
Read moreHow is it with your self-esteem? Do you have a good sense of self to carry you through life’s ups and downs? Despite all the focus on mental health, and the positive changes in parenting and schooling aimed to improve children’s...
Read moreHave you ever thought to yourself “Do I love someone who is bad for me?” Or maybe just considered, “Is the person I love good for me?” Don’t be too hard on yourself for falling for someone who is toxic, or at least...
Read moreDo you consider yourself a genuine person, not wearing a mask or a fake persona? Most people would rate authenticity as an important requirement for a relationship, even if it is in business, but especially in friendships or romance. Yet, we all...
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