Why do we become stuck in life?
Many of us may feel stuck in negativity whether it is in our relationships, in our work, or in other aspects of our lives. It is...
Perfectionism and its relation to anxiety and self-hatred
What is classed as perfectionism? Perhaps we all have a desire within us to succeed and thrive in what we enjoy doing. We can all have...
Do you have low self-esteem? Why?
Self-esteem refers to how we feel about different aspects of ourselves. Our personality consists of two selves: our real/true self and...
Root Causes of Fear Uncertainty and Losing Control?
Future events are uncertain, and it is this uncertainty and unpredictability that leads to a lot of distress. Fear of uncertainty is...
Guilt, Self-punishment, Forgiveness
For some people, difficult feelings of anger, resentment and hatred are hard to bear. It is perhaps easier to turn anger inward and...
Addiction and False Self
Addiction includes engaging in any behaviour that becomes compulsive and interferes with the individual’s responsibilities such as work,...
False Self, Anxiety and Emotional Pain
The false self is a pseudo self that is created in childhood in families where children feel insecure and unsafe in their close...
How does our attachment style impact our relationships?
Babies, for their survival, need close bonds and attachments to their caregivers. They need to be able to rely on them for safety, food...
Relationship problems and the fear of intimacy
Do you find it difficult to start a relationship? Do you always find yourself in the wrong relationships? Are you unable to maintain a...
What is trauma and its relationship to anxiety and other difficult emotions?
Human beings are usually able to regulate their level of distress and return to a state of equilibrium after facing a stressful event....
