October 2026

This October, during Baby Loss Awareness Week, the latest blog explores infant loss through the lens of modern relational science by celebrating the unique blueprint of the sibling bond. It examines how these vital lateral relationships shape our sense of security across a lifespan, from navigating the memory of an unmet sibling to adjusting to school term transitions. Click to read the rest of the article.

September 2026

In this September post, I want to dedicate it to someone special, and celebrate the remarkable life and enduring legacy of the undisputed Queen of Country music, Dolly Parton. Moving far beyond her global celebrity, this tribute explores how Dolly’s journey from rural poverty to worldwide stardom models the very essence of healing and personal growth. From the power of secure childhood foundations and fierce personal boundaries to her radical acceptance of all people, Dolly lived her life with uncompromising authenticity. Discover how her profound kindness, resilience through life's storms, and commitment to transforming personal pain into generational giving have left us with the ultimate blueprint for open-hearted living.

July 2026

July’s post explores the neurobiological value of stepping back from routines, noting that while planned pauses offer psychological benefits, unstructured time can initially trigger vulnerability and productivity guilt (Kaplan, 1995, Swift et al., 2017). By adopting small, nature-based micro-pauses, individuals can transition from performative rest to active, sustainable restoration (Kaplan, 1995, Dianita et al., 2024). Have a read of the full blog post.

June 2026

This June’s post addresses the intense pressures of peak exam season and Father's Day, highlighting how seasonal, social, and emotional stressors can lead to "overheating" and distress in men and boys. To combat these pressures and traditional talk therapy limitations, the article recommends "bottom-up" approaches like grounding exercises, nature-based interventions, and "Eco-Art" to reduce anxiety and restore agency.

May 2026

We’re often encouraged to talk when we’re struggling, but sometimes feelings come before words. This May, we explore what helps when language isn’t available yet, and how small, grounding practices like rest, creativity, nature, and self-compassion can support emotional wellbeing.

April 2026

This April, as life continues to feel uncertain, it is natural to notice moments of anxiety, overwhelm, or quiet disconnection in response to global events. This article gently explores these feelings, reminding us that they are a normal part of our shared humanity. It offers ways to care for your wellbeing; setting boundaries with media, reconnecting with what you can control, spending time in nature, and engaging in small, creative acts. Therapy is also highlighted as a supportive space to process emotions, find perspective, and nurture hope. Even amidst uncertainty, there are moments of calm, connection, and reflection that can help us feel grounded and resilient.

March 2026

March and spring in the UK often signal longer days, blooming flowers, and cultural messages of renewal. Yet for many, this season can bring fatigue, low mood, or anxiety, linked to shifts in daylight, disrupted circadian rhythms, and minor sleep changes like British Summer Time. Social expectations—around productivity, reinvention, and comparison—can intensify stress, while events like International Women’s Day highlight additional responsibilities, especially for women. Psychological research emphasis small, sustainable actions and flexibility over dramatic change. Recognising that seasonal adjustment varies by individual allows patience, self-compassion, and gradual emotional growth to replace pressure for instant transformation.

February 2026

In a world where we are more digitally connected than ever, loneliness is quietly becoming one of the greatest public health challenges of our time. Affecting both young people and adults, loneliness is not a personal failure, but a deeply human signal that we need meaningful connection. With rising statistics across the UK and growing awareness of its impact on both physical and mental health, this month’s article explores what loneliness really is, why it matters, and how small, compassionate actions can make a powerful difference. Through awareness, kindness, and steady connection, we can begin to address this modern epidemic together.

January 2026

Breaking the Mould explores why New Year’s resolutions are made in January, and comes with a splash of history, bucket of psychological reasons and some empirically backed strategies to help create lasting change.

December 2025

Seasonally Saturated explores the emotional impact of December, from festive pressure to winter stress. This blog offers gentle guidance and reassurance, reminding you that it is okay to slow down and put your wellbeing first.