Thoughts are just thoughts however, most people have experienced the unsettling feeling of an intrusive thought at some point. An intrusive thought is a random thought or image that just pops out of nowhere and scares you for having thought it. It’s unwelcome and...
Most people experience stress or anxiety at some point in their lives and some will experience intense attacks of fear and anxiety called panic attacks. Panic attacks are often mistaken for something more serious due to the intense feelings of the symptoms. They can...
Whether you are taking a driving test, a music exam, your finals or professional exams, it is likely that you will experience performance nerves or so-called, test anxiety. You want to do your best and pass with flying colours but fear, or excitement, can interfere...
Do you worry, ruminate or over-think things? The brain of my younger self certainly had a strong tendency to worry when the long holidays came around. As the boredom grew, my anxiety grew with it. I had a vast space to fill and my brain’s default mode became...
We are not born confident. Confidence grows over time and events in our lives can help or hinder our confidence. Seldom though do we think of about how our thoughts can influence our feelings of wellbeing. You may have heard some say “Change your thoughts, change your...
Sleep is vital for good mental health and we have the proof. Lower your anxiety by improving your sleep! We spend up to one third of our lives asleep and whilst we sleep our body and mind are busy repairing, replacing, and re-energising. Hopefully, if we have had...
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