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Asking for Help

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Nov 17, 2024 | General Counselling, Life Coaching, Self Esteem

We all need a little help now and then, so why do we struggle so much asking for it? Are we too stubborn? Are we afraid of being a burden? Regardless of why, if you need help, asking for it is the most direct and reasonable way to get it. Whether you are overwhelmed at work, not feeling quite yourself, or trying to learn something new, asking for help could change your life. If you are ready to get comfortable asking for help, then check out... read more

Recognise Warning Signs of Addiction

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Nov 10, 2024 | General Counselling, Life Coaching

Addiction is a complex condition characterised by a compulsive need to use substances that can be harmful. Often it starts subtly. addiction can manifest as small changes in behaviour, mood, or health, which gradually become more significant over time. Usually it is a progression, going from early, manageable stages into something that affects all aspects of life. Recognising early warning signs is a key to intervening before the situation... read more

Five tips to avoid Burnout

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Nov 3, 2024 | Employee Assistance Programme, General Counselling, Healthy Workplace, Life Coaching, Self Esteem, Stress

Burnout is a form of exhaustion caused by constantly feeling swamped. It happens when we experience too much emotional, physical, and mental fatigue for too long. In many cases, burnout is related to one’s job. But burnout can also happen in other areas of your life and affect your health. Burnout can be caused by stress, but it’s not the same. Stress results from too much mental and physical pressure and too many demands on your time and... read more

Stop Waiting on Your Life

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Oct 26, 2024 | General Counselling, Life Coaching, Stress

This week I was sitting on the phone on hold to a large company, waiting waiting, I thought of things I could have done while I sat there — waiting — not living my life. Are you “on hold” in your life? It seems to me that we all seem to waste or use up a lot of time by waiting for things to happen. Are you waiting for your partner to come along, waiting for them to get your home organised or various odd jobs done, waiting on a great... read more

7 Questions to Challenge Your Anger

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Oct 20, 2024 | General Counselling, Life Coaching, Stress

Anger is often an all-consuming emotion which often has a destructive impact on your emotional and physical well-being. As well how you express it, your anger it can also damage those around you. When you feel yourself getting angry, ask yourself the following seven questions. By regularly challenging your angry thoughts you will be in a better position to do something about your anger rather than just being angry. 1. What am I angry about? 2.... read more

Tips For Fixing a Broken Relationship

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Oct 13, 2024 | Uncategorized

If you are in a relationship that has never had a problem of any kind, then congratulations. However, for most of us relationships have their highs and lows. With that in mind, here are some things you can do to make things better. 1. Wait – You need to give yourself time to calm down after a breakup, and your ex needs time too. If you try too soon to plead your case for getting back together then you run the risk of pushing your ex... read more

5 Tips to Manage Anxiety

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Oct 6, 2024 | General Counselling, Self Esteem, Stress

Check your self-talk When we are upset and anxious we sometimes say negative things to ourselves. Unhelpful self-talk might include things like, “I’m hopeless”, “I’m going to be terrible at this” or “I’ll never get this done”. Negative self-talk gets us down, can increase anxiety and can get in the way of us achieving our goals. Notice what you say to yourself and work on more helpful, calming and encouraging self-talk, such as, “I am coping... read more