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By Luchie Cawood March 4, 2025
Triggers aren’t the real problem—avoidance is. Emotional triggers can feel overwhelming, but they’re actually signals from your nervous system. Instead of avoiding them, learn how to recognise, process, and manage your triggers for greater emotional resilience. Discover practical strategies to take back control and turn your triggers into tools for growth.
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By Luchie Cawood February 24, 2025
Week 4: Emotion Regulation – Learn how to manage emotions effectively with DBT strategies. This week, explore the functions of emotions, how they develop, and practical skills like Opposite Action, Checking the Facts, and Accumulating Positive Emotions.
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By Luchie Cawood February 18, 2025
Emotional regulation is a vital skill that influences a child’s behaviour, relationships, and overall well-being. This resource explores the connection between emotions and unmet needs, the biological basis of emotional regulation, and common challenges children and adolescents face. It also provides practical strategies for parents, caregivers, and educators to support emotional development, along with guidance on when professional help may be needed. By fostering emotional regulation, we can help young individuals build resilience, confidence, and healthier coping mechanisms.
By Luchie Cawood February 17, 2025
Radical Acceptance and Self-Soothing
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By Luchie Cawood February 11, 2025
Mental health is more than just the absence of illness—it’s the foundation of our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. This comprehensive guide explores what mental health really means, the factors that influence it, key signs of good and poor mental health, and practical strategies for self-care and support. With rising rates of mental health challenges, understanding and prioritizing well-being has never been more important. Learn how to take care of your mind, support others, and access the help you need.
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By Luchie Cawood February 10, 2025
Week 2: Distress Tolerance – Crisis Survival Skills – Continue your 6-week DBT journey by learning distress tolerance techniques to manage emotional crises and prevent impulsive reactions.
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By Luchie Cawood February 4, 2025
Week 1: Introduction to DBT & Mindfulness – Start your 6-week DBT journey with mindfulness skills to help manage emotions, reduce stress, and stay present.
By Luchie Cawood January 30, 2025
Understanding Grief: Emotional, Psychological and Physical Effects of Loss
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By Luchie Cawood January 10, 2025
Anxiety can feel overwhelming, but it is manageable with the right tools and strategies. This comprehensive guide provides adults with practical steps, from identifying triggers to building a support network and implementing mindfulness techniques, to take control of their anxiety and enhance their quality of life.
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By Luchie Cawood January 9, 2025
Explore the impact of social media on teenagers' mental health in this in-depth resource. Learn about the potential risks, including social comparison, cyberbullying, and sleep disruption, as well as actionable strategies for parents, teens, and communities to foster healthy online habits.
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