September 2016 - LifeRoots Counselling

The importance of talking about suicide

September 27, 2016

Suicide is not an easy subject however, it is important that we talk about it. For anyone having thoughts of suicide, asking for help can be very challenging, especially when there is an unfortunate negative stigma attached. Suicidal feelings are things many people face in their lives, and by talking about…

Using compassion to combat self-criticism

September 7, 2016

Lindsay

Self-esteem, Stress, Well-being

criticism, self-compassion, wellbeing

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It’s all too easy to be self-critical. We are continuously bombarded with images from advertisements and social media, which make it easy to compare ourselves to the billions of other people in the world. However, comparing ourselves to others and being self-critical can be dangerous and detrimental to out mental…

Is hunger a mood?

September 7, 2016

Lindsay

Mood, Reframing

Eating habits, food realtionships, hunger

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Hunger is something that may be constantly on our minds. We always seem to be concerned with what, where, and when we are (or will) be eating. But you might be surprised to know the psychological side of hunger. Hunger, along with the body’s notification for needing food, is also…

The importance of talking about suicide

Using compassion to combat self-criticism

Is hunger a mood?

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