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8 min

A Time for Self Reflection (Trigger Warning)

There was a time when I couldn’t look in the mirror. I would avoid them at all costs. Accidentally catching my reflection in a shop window w

5 min

Binge Eating Disorder - The Most Hidden of all the Eating Disorders (Trigger Warning)

I’ll only have one, and before long the whole packet is eaten, and you end up feeling guilty and disappointed in yourself. Then shame and di

3 min

Who do you really want to be?

When I was younger I used to wish I was a kind person. I remembered seeing gentle, kind people who were empathic and supportive of other peo

7 min

This Is Why Therapy Is So Important

Well our minds are just like the backpack, and get so clogged up with thoughts, that as the years tick by, if we don't release some of t

5 min

A Crying Shame: Why is it so Hard to Cry?

Crying in society as a result or pain? If you’re outside, in front of people? They’ll look the other way, walk faster or cross the road… But

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A Time for Self Reflection (Trigger Warning)

Binge Eating Disorder - The Most Hidden of all the Eating Disorders (Trigger Warning)

Who do you really want to be?

This Is Why Therapy Is So Important

A Crying Shame: Why is it so Hard to Cry?