
Consider the 20-Hour Rule When Learning New Skills
Learning a new set of skills can open up a whole new world to us, but it does take time. To master something you need to work at it for 10,000 hours. Many people believe […]
Learning a new set of skills can open up a whole new world to us, but it does take time. To master something you need to work at it for 10,000 hours. Many people believe […]
Naturally, being honest with your partner is necessary for a healthy relationship. But, how honest? For example, is it better to curb your honesty a little to avoid hurting your significant other’s feelings? Or maybe […]
People are increasingly turning to online counselling services. I recently made a big move, I handed in the keys to my office and shifted to an online-only service for my counselling clients. While I know […]
New evidence shows a direct link between mental health and gut health. I recently published an article outlining evidence that the health of our tummy can affect the production of serotonin, which can impact our […]
This movie scene gives a great example of invalidation Validating and invalidating others, especially those we love, can make a profound impact. If you validate someone’s emotions they will tend to feel more safe and […]
Trying to control things can only leave us feeling helpless Most people would, if given the chance, go for a ride on a roller coaster. Why? Well, I think it is mostly about those wonderful […]
I am proud to say that I have been influenced and inspired by some pretty special people. Some have passed, some are still with us. Regardless, having never met them, they have still reached me […]
Being an optimist might not only help you avoid depression, but it might also help boost your savings account. There have been many studies that have found links between reduced depressive symptoms in more optimistic […]
If you’ve read any of the Counselling-related posts on the With a Little Help Counselling website you might have picked up on some running themes. Things like how validation helps to build safety and intimacy […]
We’re just coming out of the holiday season in Australia, but if you didn’t take the chance to get away for some rest and recuperation you might be risking your mental health. Researchers from the […]
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