For a long time I was afraid of change in my life, but I've come to realise there's no such thing as change for the worst, there's only ever changes for the better. Indeed, everything changes; it's the natural order of things. Therefore, when change comes embrace it because it means that you're on the move and you'll be OK.
When strong feelings emerge, and you want to react, take a few moments to do the following centering exercise, repeating it as often as you can. Sit down in a quiet safe place and take three deep breaths…….Now take two more breaths more slowly…..more deeply……down into your diaphragm... Using you senses, notice
The regular practice of progressive muscle relaxation can go a long way toward helping you to better manage your anxiety, face your fears, overcome panic, and feel better all round. Benefits will be obtained by practicing at least once a day, for 15-20 minutes. Twice a day is ideal, but once is better than not at all. Assume a comfortable position...
The calming breath exercise was adapted from the ancient discipline of yoga. It is a very efficient technique for achieving a deep state of relaxation quickly. It can be a potent technique for halting the momentum of a panic reaction when the first signs of anxiety come on. How to do the Calming Breath Exercise...
Attending therapy in a couple or family situation can be a very stressful experience. More often than not it is a space of exploring situations that can be very confronting, and uncomfortable to say the least, to all involved. The purpose of therapy is to bring healing into relationships and it is the role of the therapist to model
Ron Cruickshank is a Clinical Counsellor in Hobart, Australia. Ron counsells with a gentle blend of therapies that help you to gain insight into the core cause of your challenges and provides you with practical and effective strategies that will bring immediate relief as well as long term constructive results! Ron holds a Diploma in Professional Counselling, 3 Advanced Study Majors, and is a Certified Ordained Ministerial Counsellor. Specializing in Voice Dialogue Therapy, a unique way of exploring your inner aspects that drive your life, Ron helps you open up to a deep level of awareness and bring change to your life.