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Why overthinking feels endless Ever replay a conversation in your head ten times, or imagine every possible worst-case scenario before breakfast? You are not alone. Overthinking is a common struggle especially with work, family, friends, finances and the fast pace of modern life. Your brain thinks it’s helping by planning for everything, but overthinking often fuels anxiety rather than solving problems.  Practical steps to calm your mind 1. Pause and breathe - When thoughts spiral, try a...

The tricky business of emotions Have you ever found yourself scrolling endlessly, busying yourself with chores or cracking jokes when someone asks how you really are, all while your feelings are hiding, you are not alone. Many people in the UK learn to avoid uncomfortable feelings rather than sit with them. Avoidance is often our brain’s way of protecting us from emotional discomfort. When feelings show up quickly and strongly, they can feel threatening, messy or overwhelming so our instincts...

Simple daily habits that support better mental health. Learn practical ways to manage stress, build self awareness and feel more balanced each day. Let’s be real. Most of us already know the basics of looking after our mental health.Get enough sleep, drink water, maybe get outside for a bit.But when life gets intense, these habits often slip away. Ironically, that is when we need them the most. As a counsellor, I often see people try to fix everything in one massive leap. They want to go from...