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I think it’s fair to say we don’t like to be blamed for things. Worse still if we’re innocent of any wrong doing or if someone is ascribing motives to us that are inaccurate. Yet blaming others is something we ourselves tend to when things go awry. Calling someone an idiot or telling them they never get…
Atychiphobia is the fear of being wrong, or rather the fear of being told we’re wrong. It can be one of the most debilitating emotional conditions we could ever experience. Understanding this fear, and where it impacts you can help towards challenging and addressing it. See my Youtube video on atychiphobia The fear of being wrong can manifest itself…
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People with a sex addiction believe if they could just have great unlimited sex with a partner, their sexual addiction would be solved. This isn’t true and those people are seriously disappointed when they find that approach doesn’t work. Like most addictions, sex addiction is more than just the physical act. The sexual rituals and outlets create a…
Here are some tips which some people find helpful in overcoming social phobia / anxiety. Prepare to relax – imagine a tense situation whilst relaxing in a hot bath, or listening to soothing music. Learn to let go Focus on your surroundings – to help take the focus off yourself. How many windows are there? What…
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So what is social phobia / anxiety? Most people get a little self-conscious from time to time or feel shy around others, but social phobia, or social anxiety feels significantly worse. People who suffer from a social phobia suffer from more than just shyness, often they experience panic and terror. Just thinking about mingling with others can…
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So why counselling? Why Now? Once in a while life gets on top of us. We get disappointed, frustrated and angry. But if we feel stuck, hurt, or depressed and alone over a long period of time then something could be wrong and we may need help. Many issues, experiences and difficulties we have cause us to fear we…
The way you hold yourself speaks volumes about you. Notice how people who mumble while they look at their feet don’t exactly inspire confidence in those around them, but those who make eye contact and speak clearly do. Here are some ideas to help with assertiveness and confidence. 1. Keep your back straight and your chin up. Avoid…
Darren Magee, Sentient Counselling on the Counselling Directory http://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/counsellors/darren-magee
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Stress is perfectly normal. In fact some people thrive under stress. Some even say their best work is when they’re under pressure. However not all difficult situations or demands on us are necessarily a stressful event. Sometimes we become stressed according to our ability to manage in different situations. Is someone bullying you? Do you dwell on things…
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A victim or a survivor? This is really a question you need to explore and answer for yourself. If someone is abused so much, and the perpetrator knows it is safe for them to do so with no fear of consequences, then that person is victimised. If however someone leaves an abusive relationship they may consider themselves a survivor having come out…