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Category: Mental Health

Unveiling Your Emotional Journey: Nurturing Healing and Emotional Liberation

24/09/2023 TheGentleCounsellor Leave a comment

Explore the richness of your emotional narrative with compassion and self-awareness. Discover practical strategies for emotional liberation and well-being. Embrace…

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Posted in: Emotional Intelligence, Mental Health Filed under: emotional intelligence, emotional liberation, mental health

Nurturing Your Inner Child: Embracing Healing with IFS

23/09/2023 TheGentleCounsellor Leave a comment

Nurture your inner child with compassion and IFS. Discover practical strategies, including reparenting and setting boundaries, for profound healing and…

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Posted in: Mental Health Filed under: community care, ifs, inner child

The Art of Self-Compassion: Nurturing Your Inner Self

22/09/2023 TheGentleCounsellor Leave a comment

Discover the transformative power of self-compassion. Learn from peer-reviewed research and studies, and explore practical strategies to nurture your inner…

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Posted in: Mental Health, Mindfulness, Self-Care Filed under: mental health, self-care, self-compassion

Effective Strategies to Manage Parental Stress

27/08/2023 TheGentleCounsellor Leave a comment

Navigating Parenthood with Grace: Effective Strategies to Manage Parental Stress Discover research-backed strategies to manage parental stress effectively. Learn about…

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Posted in: Emotional Intelligence, Mental Health, Parenting, Self-Care Filed under: parental stress, parenting, self regulation

Unraveling the Gendered History of Trauma: From Hysteria to PTSD Recognition

13/08/2023 TheGentleCounsellor Leave a comment

Explore the fascinating evolution of trauma recognition, from dismissing women’s pain as “hysteria” to acknowledging PTSD in male soldiers. Uncover…

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Posted in: Mental Health Filed under: adult relationships, feminism, gendered history, medical bias, misogyny, ptsd, ptsd recognition

The Transformative Power of Adult Colouring and Journaling

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The Transformative Power of Adult Colouring and Journaling: Introducing Our “Colouring Journal” Experience the transformative power of creativity and self-reflection…

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Posted in: Body Image, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Motherhood, Postpartum, Self-Care Filed under: adult colouring, empowerment, matrescence, motherhood, postpartum

Acknowledging the Sh*t-Show

08/08/2023 TheGentleCounsellor Leave a comment

Acknowledging the Sh*t-Show: The Power of Collective Motherhood Experience Discover the empowering journey of motherhood beyond the picture-perfect façade. Explore…

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Posted in: Mental Health, Motherhood, Postpartum Filed under: matrescence, motherhood, postpartum

Parenting During the ‘Thick of It’: Navigating Busy and Stressful Times with a Baby or Toddler

09/06/2023 TheGentleCounsellor Leave a comment

Parenting During the ‘Thick of It’: Navigating Busy and Stressful Times with a Baby or Toddler Discover effective strategies for…

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Posted in: Mental Health, Parenting Filed under: baby parent, parenting stress, season of parenthood, toddler parent

Understanding Narcissism

25/05/2023 TheGentleCounsellor Leave a comment

Understanding Narcissism: Unveiling the Spectrum and Origins for Healing from Narcissistic Mother Relationships Gain a comprehensive understanding of narcissism, its…

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Posted in: Mental Health Filed under: narcissistic mother, self growth, trauma

Healing from Narcissistic Mother Relationships

23/05/2023 TheGentleCounsellor Leave a comment

Healing from Narcissistic Mother Relationships: Empowering Women in Australia to Seek Support and Find Hope Empower yourself with information on…

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Posted in: Mental Health Filed under: narcissistic mother, self growth, trauma

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