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From Stuck to Thriving: How to Become Unstoppable Mar 03, 2025

Have you ever felt like no matter how hard you try, you’re stuck in the same place? Like you’re spinning your wheels but never actually moving forward? Maybe self-doubt creeps in, telling you that you’re not good enough. Or perfectionism and procrastination hold you back from...

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Breaking Free from the Sunday Scaries: How I Start My Week Feeling Calm and in Control Feb 24, 2025

You know that feeling on a Sunday evening? That knot in your stomach as the weekend winds down and the reality of Monday starts creeping in?

That moment when your brain suddenly decides to remind you of everything you should have done, everything you need to do and everything that could possibly...

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Self-Love, Acceptance & Overcoming Self-Doubt Feb 10, 2025

Let’s be honest how often do you catch yourself second-guessing everything? That inner voice whispering, “You’re not good enough,” “You’ll fail,” or “Who do you think you are to go after that dream?” It’s exhausting, isn’t it?

I...

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Breaking Free from Burnout: How to Thrive, Not Just Survive Feb 03, 2025

As a high-performing professional, you may have found yourself feeling completely drained, overwhelmed or even disconnected from your work and personal life.

You’ve worked hard to reach where you are, but despite all the success, there’s a nagging feeling that something isn’t...

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Reflect, Refocus, and Reset: A Gentler Approach to Goal Setting Jan 27, 2025

As January draws to a close and we step into February, it’s a natural time to reflect on the goals we set at the start of the year. Whether you made a detailed list of resolutions or had a few ideas in mind, it’s worth taking a moment to check in with yourself: Are those goals still...

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Blue Monday: How To Avoid The January Blues Jan 20, 2025

How to Avoid the January Blues: Tackling Blue Monday and Beyond

January can be a tricky month. After the excitement of Christmas and New Year, we are suddenly thrown back into the routine of work and life and it can feel like a bit of a shock to the system. If you're anything like me, you may...

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New Year, Same You – Just Better Jan 13, 2025

It's that time of year again where we’re bombarded with the idea that it’s time to reinvent ourselves. The “New Year, New Me” phenomenon often suggests that we’re not good enough as we are and need to completely overhaul our lives. But what if this year, instead of...

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How to Ease the Stress of Returning to Work After Christmas Jan 06, 2025

For many of us, heading back to work after the Christmas break can feel overwhelming. The festive season often brings a welcome pause, and the idea of diving straight back into emails, meetings, and deadlines might leave you feeling uneasy. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone...

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2024 Reflections: Pause, Celebrate, and Look Ahead Dec 23, 2024

 

As 2024 comes to an end, it’s the perfect time to pause, take stock, and reflect on the journey you’ve had this year. December carries a unique mix of celebration, closure, and the anticipation of fresh beginnings. It’s not just about ticking off goals or milestones -...

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Introducing Mind Matters: Navigating Your Thoughts Your 8 Week Journal nicola hladky therapywithnicola Oct 14, 2024

Introducing "Mind Matters: Navigating Your Thoughts", an 8-week CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) thought journal, carefully designed to support your journey toward better mental health. This journal encourages you to gently explore your thoughts and feelings while guiding you through...

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How Self-Care and Journalling Can Help You Avoid Burnout nicola hladky therapywithnicola Sep 30, 2024

Burnout is something so many of us face, especially when we're trying to keep up with the demands of work, family, and everything else life throws our way. We often pile more on our plates than we can manage, thinking that if we just push a bit harder, we’ll eventually catch up. But...

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September Reset: Why Starting a Journal Today Can Boost Your Mental and Physical Well-Being nicola hladky therapywithnicola Sep 23, 2024

In the hustle and bustle of modern life, where it feels like we're constantly juggling work, family, and countless personal commitments, finding simple yet effective ways to improve our well-being is more important than ever.

One of the easiest and most impactful practices you can adopt is...

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