Are you strong enough to reach out? To let someone in? You are? I knew you could be. It’s hard. Its a different sort of challenge – to learn that there are people that you can let your guard down for. To let them in and know you as you feel you are. Leaving ourContinue reading “Reach out? Or let in?”
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Things that inspire me #1
I was asked recently about something that inspires me. And I struggled with a response because I find inspiration in so much. So this’ll be a series in no real order of significance. Learning to find inspiration in, and appreciate, many things, is a potent and empowering practice. Today I am inspired by the thoughtfulnessContinue reading “Things that inspire me #1”
When fear is the compass for your passion
“If you find yourself asking yourself (and your friends), “Am I really a writer? Am I really an artist?” chances are you are. The counterfeit innovator is wildly self-confident. The real one is scared to death.”― Steven Pressfield, The War of Art. Every time I listen to Pressfield I hear something I needed to hear.Continue reading “When fear is the compass for your passion”
How I got started as a counsellor
What a week! I went live on Monday, after spending the last week getting approval for my Counselling registration and Insurance. It’s been a heck of a journey to get this far! I also met with a supervisor this week and it was a wonderful and inspiring experience! But what I thought I’d do hereContinue reading “How I got started as a counsellor”
Here for all
Studying psychology and counselling is often seen by some as an invitation to share the frustration they have with their counsellor or psychologist, or therapists past. And that upset me a bit – I saw someone who reached out for help, but was connected with a therapist who couldn’t see past part of their life.Continue reading “Here for all”
Counselling with Mike 