James deleted the dating app on a Tuesday night. ‘Waste of time,’ he muttered. He’d been talking to someone for a couple of weeks. It started well with quick replies, easy conversation. But then the messages slowed and any plans … Continue reading →
You can pack the bag… …but how do you prepare the child carrying it? Is Your Child Really Ready for Secondary School? A parent recently mentioned to me – ‘They keep saying they’re fine… but are they?’ If your child … Continue reading →
The grass isn’t greener; it just looks that way from here. Emma sat in her car for an extra five minutes before going into work. She wasn’t late. She just… didn’t want to go in. It wasn’t a terrible job. … Continue reading →
Finding Space in the Moments That Matter It often happens quickly. A comment lands the wrong way, a tone feels sharp, a familiar tension rises in your chest. Before you’ve really had time to think, you’re already responding. Maybe your … Continue reading →
Understanding hoarding behaviour and when to seek support Many people look around their home at some point and wonder, “Do I have too much stuff?” or even “Am I a hoarder?” The word “hoarding” can feel uncomfortable or even alarming, … Continue reading →
You laugh when someone talks about a habit, in that jokey, half-serious way, a habit they have that they wish they didn’t, and attempt to change the topic of conversation.You smile, hopefully in an outwardly sympathetic way but inside there … Continue reading →
If you’ve been feeling quietly alone recently, you’re not the only one. Loneliness is a very human topic and increasingly recognised as a major social and psychological concern, not just an individual feeling but a collective condition shaped by how … Continue reading →
Meet the ‘players’ in this piece – The Fixer – meet Elsie One part of an extremely dynamic and courageous duo that forms the partnership for a successful family run business. Fair, supportive and clear minded, the leap of faith … Continue reading →
Emotional Renewal for the Year Ahead There’s a quiet moment between the end of one year and the beginning of the next; a space that feels suspended, like a deep breath before a new chapter.. In that space, we are … Continue reading →
The festive season is painted as a time of joy with the twinkling lights, cosy gatherings, warm drinks, and togetherness. And yes, there is magic in the air. But there can also be… chaos. Packed calendars. Endless errands. Emotional expectations. … Continue reading →