When you are over thinking, or having emotional issues, it is easy to get hooked up in the media articles and latest boom of mental health. Every individual could fit into at least one of the ‘labelled’ groups yet most do not actually fit the criteria. So why is this? As human beings, we have a deep seated need to belong, but to also be different. Bring on the arguments of modern day labelling and modern day freedoms. Not only that, but when we feel different or have a low

The body and mind connection is well known. But the heart and mind connection perhaps not so much. The brain and the nervous system are intrinsically linked constantly sending signals to each other via the vast neurological network. Not only this, but hormones also are released or supressed as a result of signals sent via the body to the brain, or by the brain to the body. The brain and the heart produce the love hormone, oxytocin which has a protective influence on the heart

You’ve heard the expression. “Life is a journey.” Well, thoughts are pretty much the same. In the same way you have a choice what to think when you are late for work. (“Oh no I am going to be in such trouble! Where is the damn bus?/Why won’t the traffic move?”). You may not be able to do anything about speeding up the journey, but you do have a choice how you handle the situation. (“Ok, there’s not much I can do, so I can call in and let them know I’m going to be late, and

Changing your outlook can be a transformative journey, one that not only reduces stress but also enriches our understanding of others and ourselves. When we're grappling with anxiety or trauma, our minds tend to gravitate toward negative interpretations of events and behaviours. We may hastily judge others, assuming we understand their motives or intentions. However, it's essential to recognize that each person's perspective is shaped by a myriad of internal and external fact

The evidence of the intrinsic link between mind and body is well known. The link between an unhappy mind and manifestation as something unhealthy in the body is also well known. The body is at dis-ease and responds accordingly.  When the body responds persistently to high cortisol and adrenalin levels, it becomes tense, which in turn sends signals back to the brain to stay alert as a threat (as per the body response) has been perceived. This cycle can wreak havoc on our menta

The Mind-Body Connection The varying emotions we feel in heightened situations, are felt in different locations in the body.  The connection between mind and body is so strong, that even thinking about a past experience that evoked strong feelings, can cause these sensations and emotions to mimic them as if that situation were occurring at that very moment you think about it. The brain does not always distinguish between what is real and what is perceived. These re-lived expe

The Science and healing behind the Heart-Mind Connection. The body and mind connection is well known. But the heart and mind connection perhaps not so much. The brain and the nervous system are intrinsically linked constantly sending signals to each other via the vast neurological network. Not only this, but hormones also are released or supressed as a result of signals sent via the body to the brain, or by the brain to the body. The brain and the heart produce the love horm

When you are stressed or anxious, the body prepares for any possible danger to enable us to fight, or flee. Muscle tension is common with people who suffer from PTSD, Trauma, Stress or Anxiety. Tight muscles can also be a result of pain. We curl up in a ball and find it hard to relax. When your body is relaxed, stress anxiety and the symptoms of Trauma or PTSD are reduced, and the more you learn to relax and the more often you can do this – the more profound the results. In t

Often, well meaning friends and family will do one of two things when attempting to help someone who has suffered or is suffering from trauma. They may tell you not to think about it and think bout something positive, or they may suggest that you talk about it to get it out of your system. If you are unfortunate enough to suffer from trauma, you will know that neither of these are very helpful and can lead to frustration and a great deal of upset as those trying to help you t