The Problem with Fresh Starts and Why They Fail
The start of a new year is often viewed as a time for a fresh start. Whether you make a formal New Year’s resolution or just use the date as a landmark for anchoring changes you want to make to your life, it’s very common to want to turn over a new leaf with a new...
A Clear Guide to Fear of Flying and Travel Anxiety During the Festive Season
For many of us, the festive season means travelling to be with friends, family, and loved ones. While it is wonderful to spend Christmas with those closest to you, if you struggle with a fear of flying or general travel anxiety, getting to your destination can be a...
Understanding the Burnout Loop: How to Break the Cycle Before It Breaks You
When life keeps coming at you, it can sometimes feel like you’re running on empty. You push through tiredness, ignore the warning signs, and tell yourself you’ll rest later, but later never seems to come. That’s the burnout loop. You keep running on stress energy, and...
Why We Love to Be Scared: The Psychology of Halloween Fears
Why We Love to Be Scared: The Psychology of Halloween Fears As Halloween approaches, shops and neighbourhoods transform and fright night once again takes centre stage. People line up to be terrified on purpose, whether they’re booking horror experiences, switching off...
Anxiety, Depression and Suicide Awareness: Why Talking About It Could Save A Life
When people think about suicide, we often imagine a sudden decision, a single act. However, in reality, suicide is usually the end of a long road. For many, that road begins with anxiety and depression — two states that can feel like constant companions, whispering...
Can’t Even Look at a Spider? That Fear Has a Name – and a Way Out!
Can’t even bring yourself to look at a spider without shivering? You’re not alone. Arachnophobia – the extreme fear of spiders – is one of the most common phobias in the world. And while most spiders are completely harmless, the fear can feel overwhelming, irrational,...
Why Are People Scared of Clowns? Understanding the Psychology Behind Coulrophobia
Not long ago, a client sat across from me, visibly embarrassed. “I know it sounds silly,” she said, “but I’m terrified of clowns.” She paused. “I mean, properly terrified. Even seeing one in a cartoon gives me that tight chest, sweaty hands feeling.” While that might...
Snake Warnings in the UK: Why They’re Making You Panic (And How To Stay Calm)
If you've been watching the news or scrolling through social media recently, you’ve probably seen one of the many snake stories with headlines like “Adders found on the beach”, “Python dumped in the woods”, or “Record numbers of snake sightings”. So what’s going on?...
Is Your Need for Control Actually Blocking Your Breakthrough?
After years of helping clients overcome their fears and phobias, I've noticed something interesting about transformation. Have you ever noticed how the harder you try to control something, the more it seems to slip away. Some clients walk in and experience profound...