Articles posted with the tag: General Counselling
Therapy vs Counselling — What’s the Difference
What’s the real difference between counselling and therapy? Here’s my take — from years of practice and lived experience — on why care, presence, and honesty matter more than labels.
The Magic of Counselling
Healing can’t be forced. But when the right conditions meet real commitment, something sacred unfolds: self-led growth, soul-deep change, and a renewed sense of possibility.
What Happens During Counselling?
Considering counselling can feel daunting. What will happen? What’s expected of you? Here’s how a first session actually unfolds — calmly, practically, and without pressure.
Seeking Counselling for a Loved One
You can’t force someone into counselling — even if you love them deeply. Here’s what is possible when a loved one refuses help, and how to care for yourself in the process.
The Breath: Our Silent Regulator
Your breath is more than just air — it’s your body’s built-in regulator. Slow it down, and you shift from stress to calm. From reactivity to clarity. From overwhelm to presence.
What No One Tells You About Being a Trailing Spouse: Identity, Loss, and the Quiet Struggle
Relocation strips more than roots — it can erase your identity. Many trailing spouses face grief, loneliness, and marital strain abroad. You don’t need platitudes. You need a space to tell the truth.
What Happens in a First Session
A first session is a starting point — calm, exploring, safe, and often a relief. Here’s what to expect, what you don’t need to prepare for, and how we begin.
The Path of Growth Invites Us to Let Go
Growth asks for more than what you can add. Letting go of what no longer fits creates the space for a new, updated version of yourself to emerge.
Arguing with ChatGPT: How It Fabricated My Own Book
Some clients say ChatGPT helps. Others say it wrecks. I caught it fabricating pages of my book — and it thought it could get away with it.