A panic attack is when your body’s fight-or-flight response is activated. According to DSM-5 criteria, a panic attack is an abrupt surge of intense fear or discomfort that reaches a peak within minutes, during which time four or more specific symptoms occur. The experience can be overwhelming. Imagine your internal alarm system suddenly blaring at maximum volume when there’s no danger. Your heart pounds, your breathing becomes rapid and shallow, you may feel dizzy or nauseous

Positive thinking often feels like a simple solution to life’s challenges. It encourages hope, resilience, and motivation. Yet, there are moments when positive thinking stops helping and starts hurting. Understanding when optimism crosses the line into denial or avoidance can protect your mental health and improve decision-making. The Promise and Limits of Positive Thinking Positive thinking helps people focus on solutions rather than problems. It can reduce stress, improve m

Breakups can feel overwhelming like you are caught in a storm where emotions are high and the way forward is unclear. Whether your relationship ended amicably or dramatically, moving on presents one of life's biggest challenges. If you’ve recently gone through a breakup, remember that your feelings are valid. Mourning the end of a relationship is a normal process, just like grieving the loss of someone you love. By acknowledging and embracing your emotions, you can take steps

When searching for a partner, many focus on looks, personality, or a good sense of humor. Yet, some qualities often go unnoticed, even though they play a crucial role in building lasting and satisfying relationships. Traits like high self-esteem, a history of long-term friendships, and resilience during tough times are often overlooked. These qualities are part of what psychologists call a secure attachment style . Recognizing these signs can help you attract a partner who is

Relationships are some of the most rewarding parts of life, yet they often come with deep challenges. When two people with different feelings, histories, and ways of seeing the world come together, misunderstandings and conflicts are inevitable. What truly shapes the strength of a relationship is not the absence of conflict but how couples handle those difficult moments. Emotional language—the ability to express and understand feelings clearly—plays a crucial role in healing

Sensitive people, including strangers, may want to help those struggling or in pain. Thriving as an empath means learning to love yourself as much as you care about the world. Set your intention. It is not your job to rescue anyone or fix their problems. As a hypnotherapist and psychotherapist empath, I'm aware of the difficulties sensitive individuals face in being compassionate and empowered without taking on others' suffering or attempting to "fix" them. Everyone deserves

Uncover the Power of Trauma Healing: A Hypnotherapist's Voyage to Transforming Lives Trauma affects millions of people globally and can lead to conditions like anxiety and depression. As a hypnotherapist and psychotherapist specialising in trauma, I have witnessed firsthand the healing power of effective treatments. In this blog post, I invite you to explore the journey of trauma healing and the essential steps to breaking free from its grip. To effectively heal from trauma,

Boundaries aren't restricting or limiting. In fact, they provide the essential freedom to express your needs and values while also honoring the needs and values of your partner. Setting boundaries is a fundamental aspect of any healthy relationship, as it allows both individuals to navigate their personal and shared spaces with clarity and respect. To begin the process of establishing these boundaries, it is important to sit down with your partner and engage in an open and ho

Clinical Hypnotherapy is a powerful therapeutic approach that specifically targets and challenges those negative thought patterns and limiting beliefs that often plague individuals struggling with psychological issues We engage directly with the unconscious mind and utilise the power of suggestion to assist individuals in making positive changes in their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.  Hypnotherapy addresses specific issues, reducing or eliminating symptoms,  allowing cli

Whether you believe that or not, there’s always an option to change the world outside of you, as hard as that might be. However, most people don’t think about starting by changing from within instead of automatically trying to change everything around them. We tend to believe that until the things around us are different, we can’t be emotionally sound or feel good about our lives. In truth, this very idea stops us from making the changes needed to live happy and fulfilling li

Can Hypnotherapy treat fears? We all experience fear . It’s a natural, healthy emotion that developed to keep us safe. Sometimes our fear response becomes overwhelming or is triggered by something irrational, and then it can cause problems with our health and wellbeing. There are lots of different stimulants in today’s modern world and it’s no longer the case that fear is only triggered by things which we should avoid. Flying, rollercoasters, public speaking, spiders…whatever

Feeling tired even after sleeping for hours? You’re not alone. Many people struggle with feeling alert and energized throughout the day. This is often linked to our circadian rhythm, which is our body’s internal clock. It governs when we feel awake, when we feel sleepy, and even influences our energy levels. When our rhythm is in sync, sleep usually comes easy. However, disruptions caused by late nights, stress, or irregular schedules can throw everything off. The good news?

The term mood swings can refer to the broad spectrum of mood disorders which cover a variety of different mental health conditions that...