9. Reframing problems and stories
What is reframing? Reframing relies on our ability to switch attention from one way of looking at something to another way. The duck-rabbit illusion on the right is a famous…
2 Empowering ways to break depression
The basis of depression Clinical depression is defined as a mood disorder. In which changes to brain chemistry lead to anhedonia, low mood, lethargy and tiredness. However, these changes in…
Do you need psychotherapy?
What is psychotherapy for? I was recently at a party when a sceptical neighbour (a lawyer) challenged me about my profession. "Why do people need therapy?" he asked. My challenger…
8. Neutralising painful memories
What are painful memories? Painful memories are flashbacks to incidents you would rather forget, added to cringe-worthy feelings, or shame, disgust, hurt, rage and grief. Concerning things you did wrong,…