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Understanding Values: The Core of Personal Identity

Unveiling the Magic of Values Imagine uncovering a map that leads you to the treasure of self-fulfilment and purpose. That’s exactly what values are! They’re not just abstract concepts but the heart and soul of who we are. They’re the secret ingredients that add flavour to our lives, guiding us through the rollercoaster of life …

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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Principles at Home: Your Guide to Personal Empowerment

Curious about Cognitive Behavioural Therapy? Try these strategies at home Is there an area of your life where you wish to improve? Are you curious about psychotherapy, but you haven’t yet found a therapist? Or maybe you’re just curious what Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is all about? Whatever the reason; This is a hands-on, no fluff, …

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In Tune with Your Thoughts and Feelings: An Introduction to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

There is an abundance of psychological disciplines and approaches to therapy. One such approach that has gained much attention is acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). This therapeutic model, pronounced as a single word “act” (not a-c-t, but act), is a form of behavioural therapy that uses acceptance and mindfulness strategies and commitment and behaviour change …

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Planning for the New Year: Three Effective Techniques for Achieving Your Goals

We are getting closer and closer to the New Year, and some of us are filled with a sense of renewal and aspiration. It’s a great time to set new goals and aspirations or to evaluate our current path, inviting us to redirect and transform certain aspects of it. To help you on your journey, …

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Exploring Psychodynamic Psychotherapy: From Freud’s Foundations to Modern Approaches

Psychodynamic psychotherapy is rooted in the theories of Sigmund Freud and has evolved significantly since its inception. The therapy approach focuses on the psychological roots of emotional suffering. It is one of my favourite approaches to modern therapy because it focuses on what I value most: self-reflection, self-examination, and using the relationship between therapist and …

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Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy: A rationale for the Rational

In previous articles, I’ve been introducing some of the mental health approaches that are available for those interested in understanding, or possibly even looking for, psychotherapy. As no two people are the same, the approaches of one psychotherapist might be very different from those of another and may therefore appeal to one person while another …

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Lifestyle Psychology

The Main Character Syndrome and Trauma Dumping

In the digital age, social media has become a ubiquitous part of our lives. Behind the filters and carefully curated posts, however, some concerning behavioural patterns emerged that provide insight into our minds. Have you ever heard of trauma dumping or of the Main Character Syndrome? They are very much connected as both stem from …

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Erotomania—A rare delusion Pop Culture is Obsessed About

Erotomania is a delusional disorder. It is very, very rare, but it has made its way into some of our favourite TV shows, series, and movies. The main character in Netflix’s Series You is an excellent example of how the disorder manifests. Some stars have experienced the obsession by a fan that goes beyond fantasising …

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The Life and Legacy of Viktor Frankl: Pioneer of Logotherapy

Few psychologists combined rigorous theory with such passion and empathy for the suffering individual. Frankl’s life story is a testament to the human capacity to rise above even the bleakest circumstances.

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Trauma – more common than one might think

Trauma can be experienced by anybody for seemingly ‘minor’ reasons. And acceptance of this fact paves the path towards looking into the future. Instead of minimising the wrongs, or denying our feelings to experiences, it’s time to acknowledge and process.