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Anxiety: The Mind Out of Time, and the Journey Back to Trust
I often reflect on how much of my life I’ve spent under the shadow of events that never actually happened. And when truly difficult moments did arrive, I survived. I coped. Yet the anxiety that preceded them often felt heavier than the events themselves. Anxiety is quietly cruel: it asks us to brace not only for the echoes of past pain but also for the imagined storms of the future, all while carrying the weight of fear itself. In a way, it asks us to battle twice—first with
Deborah Pleasants
4 days ago4 min read


Exploring the Inner Critic: How It Impacts Self-Esteem (Part 1)
Recognizing the roots of the inner crtiic which leads to low self-esteem is the first step towards transformation. If your confidence has...
Deborah Pleasants
Apr 8, 20258 min read


Understanding the Isolation of Poor Mental Health: How Counselling Can Make a Difference
One of the harshest aspects of mental health issues is that they rob us of the ability to believe that others might be suffering in the...
Deborah Pleasants
Mar 15, 20254 min read


Impacts of Parental Mental Health
Growing up with a parent who has a mental illness can profoundly impact one's emotional and psychological well-being. The coping...
Deborah Pleasants
Jan 25, 20256 min read
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