Laura CulleyMay 6, 20199 minBecoming OK With Not KnowingMany people who suffer from anxiety have a really hard time with uncertainty. They want to know what is going to happen, when and why and...
Laura CulleyApr 23, 20193 minAnticipatory AnxietyAnticipatory anxiety is the feeling of worrying about or dreading an event or situation in the future. It often builds as the...
Laura CulleyApr 9, 20193 minHealth AnxietyMost people worry about their health from time to time. That can be a good thing as it might lead you to take positive action such as...
Laura CulleyApr 2, 20195 minPhysical Symptoms of AnxietyWhen people think of anxiety, they automatically think about the mental and emotional effects. Those overwhelming thoughts can be...
Laura CulleyMar 18, 20193 minSpring Clean Your MindSpring is officially here! It's the time of year that we often spring clean our houses and gardens and clear away the clutter. However,...
Laura CulleyFeb 25, 20195 minWhat Happens in a Hypnotherapy Session? One thing many people ask me is what I do as a hypnotherapist and what happens in a session. So, I thought perhaps it would be worth...
Laura CulleyFeb 16, 20195 minOvercoming Social AnxietyThis is how one client described the problem of depression and social anxiety to me. She avoided her friends and then felt desperately...
Laura CulleyFeb 2, 20192 minHypnotherapy and CancerHypnotherapy has been shown to help with many different aspects of cancer treatment. It is a very relaxing and empowering therapy and can...
Laura CulleyJan 23, 20192 minThe Pear TreeThere was once a man who had four sons. He wanted to teach his sons a valuable life lesson. So, over the next year, he sent them each to...
Laura CulleyJan 15, 20193 minTips For A Good Night's SleepInsomnia is a common problem and can have many causes. If you are concerned, it is always a good idea to speak to your doctor before...
Laura CulleyDec 9, 20183 minTop Tips for a Leaner, Healthier ChristmasSo, you have spent all year watching what you eat and trying to be healthy. Why let it all go to pot over Christmas? You can enjoy...
Laura CulleyNov 28, 20184 minThe Lonely CheetahA very long time ago, when the earth was first created, all the animals came down onto the savanna. The animals, birds and insects were...
Laura CulleyOct 24, 20184 minLong-Term Stress ManagementWhat is Chronic Stress? Stress is a survival mechanism that affects each and every one of us at times. When we feel under attack our...
Laura CulleyOct 17, 20187 minSeparation AnxietySeparation anxiety is a normal part of childhood development and can start from the age of around 6 months. It is usual for young...
Laura CulleySep 17, 20186 minSix Ways to Practise Gratitude With ChildrenWe are all becoming more and more aware of the importance of gratitude and how it can improve our mood, our productivity, our...
Laura CulleySep 10, 20182 minFind Your Quiet MindThis is a short relaxation exercise that will take just a few minutes of your time. Remember while you do this that it is perfectly...
Laura CulleySep 3, 20187 minOvercoming PerfectionismOK, so I have a confession. I used to be a perfectionist. When I say that, I don’t just mean that I expected a lot of myself or I was...
Laura CulleyAug 27, 20185 min10 Common Thinking Errors That Affect Our Mood and Behaviour How many times have you imagined the very worst-case scenario, worrying yourself sick over something that ultimately never happened? Just...
Laura CulleyAug 20, 20183 minBe Kind...It Makes You Happier (Slightly)!There is an ancient Chinese parable about an old man who knew he would die soon. He wanted to know what heaven and hell were like. He...
Laura CulleyAug 13, 20183 minEasy Relaxation MethodsHow do you take care of yourself? What do you do to keep your body in shape? What about your mental health...do you give that as much...