Autism and ASD – your stories invited
Autism, or more broadly ‘autistic spectrum disorder’ (ASD), describes a range of conditions that typically impede communication and social interaction […]
Autism spectrum, stories invited
coping
Anxiety
The Illusion of Fear
Fear is part of our evolutionary physiology. The “fight or flight” response has helped your ancestors, back to the dawn
Effectiveness, Stress
When Life Seems Too Much – Prioritize!
Isn’t life wonderful? Like a County Fair with so many attractions and activities all vying for – and demanding – your attention.
Anxiety, Panic attacks
Anxious Thoughts and Broken Records
This article by Barry McDonagh likens anxious thoughts to an old record with the needle stuck, playing the same sound
Effectiveness, Stress
Wisdom of The Serenity Prayer
In just three lines, Reinhold Niebuhr’s Serenity Prayer (as adopted by Alcoholics Anonymous) encapsulates a profound philosophy of life. God
Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Wellbeing
Understanding Stress, Anxiety and Depression
The Modern Epidemic Despite modern life offering unprecedented technological benefits, and medical science being able to cure or alleviate many
Stress, Wellbeing
Facing Difficulty
A Coping Strategy for Dealing with Life’s Problems The question of meaning, purpose, or why we are here is one
Depression, Self knowledge, Stress, Wellbeing
Coping with Depression and Stress
I am no psychologist, but I have suffered from depression and stress for as long as I can remember. I
Wellbeing
Letting Go
Let’s just be glad we had some time to spend together Kris Kristofferson Letting go is hard. The loss of
Depression, Self esteem, Wellbeing
Dealing with Guilt and Regret
Too often we are dogged by the dark clouds of guilt and regret. Regret is the feeling of wishing we