by Ed.Hannifan | Oct 27, 2025 | Educational
It’s a common observation — in therapy, in the workplace, and among friends: people often say, “I’m like this because of society,” or, “Society made me this way.” There’s truth in this. From childhood, we are shaped by social norms, expectations, and pressures. Yet,...
by Ed.Hannifan | Oct 20, 2025 | Educational
Have you ever caught yourself reacting in a way you didn’t expect — snapping at a colleague, avoiding a difficult conversation with a friend, or feeling anxious about a simple decision? Transactional Analysis (TA) provides a framework for understanding these patterns,...
by Ed.Hannifan | Oct 13, 2025 | Educational
Have you ever said or done something in the heat of the moment and later thought, “I wish I’d handled that differently”?That moment — the instant between what happens and what we do next — is the space where reacting and responding live. In counselling, we often...
by Ed.Hannifan | Oct 6, 2025 | Educational
You’ve worked hard, earned your place, yet part of you still whispers: “I don’t belong here.”That quiet unease — known as imposter syndrome — can creep into even the most accomplished lives. It’s not a flaw or a failure. It’s simply the mind’s way of saying: “I’m...
by Ed.Hannifan | Oct 1, 2025 | Practical
In today’s competitive business environment, employee wellbeing is a key driver of organisational success. Poor mental health costs UK businesses over £100 billion annually, largely due to presenteeism — when employees are at work but not fully productive (The...
