Photo by Maranatha Pizarras on Unsplash Maria Rodrigues and Janet McNish discussed how to manage anxiety about returning to work or education after a break. Janet shared some effective tools for adults and children. I realize I was speaking quickly. I was actually was anxious! 🙂 I had prepared to share an hour of content-then found we had 30 minutes. Therefore I will share some additional content and resources in the next few days.
Recovering From a Fractious Childhood
Fractious – Easily upset or annoyed or difficult to please, bad-tempered, irritable, moody, unpredictable. Causing problems and disagreement eg: A fractious mother causes a child to walk on eggshells. Never knowing where they stand – creating anxiety and distress in a child… in some cases trauma. A fractious childhood relates to Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). On 5th March 2017, I returned as Studio Counsellor to the “Premier Tonight” Show with Presenter Michael Fanstone, to discuss this heartbreaking topic, and to provide advice for the listeners. There were so many calls, emails, and text messages, that we could only respond to about half of…
Beyond Loneliness – WEBINAR 21st December 8.00pm GMT/ 3.00pm EST
https://app.webinarjam.net/register/34821/0b3b5d1291 “I am lonely, yet not everybody will do. I don’t know why, some people fill the gaps and others emphasise my loneliness” – Anaïs Nin Most people will feel lonely at some point in their lives. It’s a deeply personal experience that in most cases will thankfully pass, but for a growing number of people of all ages, loneliness can have a significant impact on their wellbeing. This is especially magnified during the holidays. This timely, live webinar discusses effective strategies for dealing with the pain of loneliness and isolation. Presented by two psychologists and a registered counsellor…
PODCAST Loneliness & Isolation – Premier Christian Radio 04/09/2016
http://premierchristianradio.com PREMIER TONIGHT: Michael Fanstone & Studio Counsellor Janet McNish discussed the epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation Janet responded to calls & messages LIVE ON AIR with understanding and some practical solutions. LISTEN HERE: Loneliness & Isolation Podcast LONELINESS AND ISOLATION. Loneliness is no respecter of persons; you could be male or female, introvert or extrovert, young or elderly, married, single, successful in your career (consider Michael Jackson, Peaches Geldof, Amy Winehouse …) beautiful, wealthy, unwell, at peak of fitness… What is loneliness? What is isolation? What is alone? What is solitude? Causes of loneliness? How loneliness impacts your health. How can…