Congruence

Congruence

In this third of three videos about ‘core conditions’ for therapists, I talk about congruence, our ability to acknowledge and express our own truth in an honest, helpful way. Is being honest with ourselves more tricky in lock-down? interesting article here Along with...
Unconditional positive regard

Unconditional positive regard

In this second of three videos about ‘core conditions’ for therapists, Gwilym talks about unconditional positive regard, our mind-set that people are OK, everyone is deserving of love and kindness just for existing. What about Hitler?! An unconditional loving kindness...
Empathy

Empathy

In this first of three videos about ‘core conditions’ for therapists, I talk about empathy – our intention to put ourselves in other people’s shoes. A lack of empathy can lead to a wide range of challenges. Along with ‘Unconditional positive regard’ and...
Lock-down role reversal

Lock-down role reversal

I did a video in a supermarket carpark about topsy-turvy role reversal introvert and extrovert stuff. I get the panic on the rare times when i’m out but my introvert friend loves being out during lock-down! Get in touch if you want to connect:...
Developing our emotional vocabulary

Developing our emotional vocabulary

How would you rate your ability to express your feelings in the here-and-now? Often we find ourselves returning to the same, limited palette of happy, angry, sad, scared and don’t stray from the usual. Although it’s a good start, it’s often useful to develop our...
I feel dread and I’m not sure why

I feel dread and I’m not sure why

Sometimes, these days, it’s difficult enough for me to concentrate on a whole chapter of Harry Potter, let alone focus on planning my medium to long-term future.  I’m thinking about when this Corona Virus lockdown craziness is all over and I’m having mixed feelings. I...