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Another link between Stress and Depression

There is a mountain of evidence that has already proven that prolonged stress often leads to depression, and now comes another study proving that very theory. The stress response is a fascinating physiological reaction and […]

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Must-See Validation Videos

There are many, many benefits to having a thorough understanding of Validation, however, some people do struggle to get a handle on it. Of course, there are two types of validation – External Validation and […]

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The Four Basic Relationship Types

As a relationship counsellor you start to see certain trends and similarities in the couples that present for support. It seems to me, after years in the job, that although no two couples are exactly […]

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Shared Finances a Step to a Healthy Marriage

The Beatles famously sang, “Money can’t buy me love,” but married couples who manage their finances together may love each other longer, according to new research.  Prior research suggests a correlation that couples who merge […]

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Healthy Stomach Helps a Healthy Mind

There’s already a mountain of evidence that supports the theory that good mental health can be difficult to achieve if we don’t have a healthy stomach. Now, there is further evidence that links a healthier […]

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Exercise a Must-Do for Mental Health

There is no perfect “fix” or cure that works for everyone, particularly when it comes to life satisfaction and happiness. We all have different backgrounds, live in different settings and environments, and have different personalities […]

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Good news! Stress diminishes as we age

It’s believed by some that Anxiety is a young person’s ailment, Stress is a middle-aged person’s big challenge, while Depression can be more prevalent in older people. This theory comes down to the rather rudimentary […]