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Why being ill triggers the inner critic and how to cope

Ed.Hannifan — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:01:20 +0000

Over the past month, I’ve been under the weather. Nothing dramatic. No single moment that required stopping everything. Although, with ‘man-flu’, you just never know! It’s been this lingering run of colds, a sore throat that hasn’t shifted, a heavy, low-energy feeling in the body that never quite lifts. The kind of illness lots of people are describing at the moment. It’s stayed way longer than…

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BetterHelp alternatives in the UK: why some clients choose Hammock Counselling

Ed.Hannifan — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:17:50 +0000

If you are searching for online therapy in the UK, you may come across both Hammock Counselling and BetterHelp. Both provide access to online counselling. However, the structure, philosophy, and pricing model of each service are quite different. Understanding these differences can help you decide what kind of therapeutic support feels right for you. Hammock Counselling was created…

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“Christ you are so boring!”

Ed.Hannifan — Fri, 06 Mar 2026 11:41:01 +0000

A recent online comment became a neat little case study in my mind after someone wrote on a video I’d posted, “Christ you are so boring!” So I decided to jot down some thoughts, in the hope that it might help others better understand why opinions and judgements get thrown around (most of us are guilty of doing this!), and to help you avoid being affected by someone else’s stuff, even when they try…

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Therapy from inspiration, not just desperation

Ed.Hannifan — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 11:16:28 +0000

Therapy is often spoken about as something we turn to when things have become unbearable. When life feels too heavy, when our thoughts are looping, when we are overwhelmed by anxiety, grief, or low mood. For many people, this is absolutely true, and therapy can be a vital source of relief and support during times of crisis. But therapy does not have to begin from desperation alone.

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Therapy outcomes #1: the life-changing power of vulnerability

Ed.Hannifan — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Counselling and psychotherapy can be life changing in ways that are often hard to put into words. You might know that something has shifted, that you feel lighter, clearer, or more yourself, but struggle to explain exactly what has changed. This blog focuses on one of the most powerful of those shifts. The ability to sit with your own vulnerability. It’s a long one, so grab a cuppa and get…

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Black-and-white thinking: how nuance creates choice

Ed.Hannifan — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 10:41:10 +0000

Have you ever noticed how quickly a small slip can turn into a full stop? You miss a day at the gym and suddenly think, “Well, that’s that ruined.” You say something clumsy in an argument and feel convinced, “I’ve messed this up beyond repair.” You start something with good intentions, hit a wobble, and quietly abandon it altogether. It often happens so fast that we barely notice it.

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From first click to first session: your journey with Hammock Counselling

Ed.Hannifan — Mon, 05 Jan 2026 14:22:03 +0000

Starting counselling can feel like a big step. At Hammock Counselling, we aim to make the process as clear, supportive and transparent as possible, so you always know what to expect and why we do things the way we do. This guide walks you through each stage of your journey with us, from booking your initial assessment through to beginning therapy with your allocated counsellor.

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This is the time to invest in yourself

Ed.Hannifan — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 11:32:39 +0000

Forget “new year, new you.” This isn’t about grand resolutions or becoming someone completely different. It’s about choosing, in a calm and sustainable way, to start living more fully in the life you already have. The start of a new year often creates a natural pause. A moment where people take stock of their lives and quietly ask themselves big and sometimes difficult questions.

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The quiet weight of unkept promises

Ed.Hannifan — Mon, 22 Dec 2025 16:45:08 +0000

Every January we make promises dressed up as resolutions. Some are sincere. Many are hopeful. Most are quietly fragile. We promise ourselves we’ll finally do the thing we’ve been putting off. That this year will be different. That we’ll prioritise our wellbeing, our mental health, our needs. And often, even as we make the promise, there’s a small, knowing part of us that isn’t entirely…

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Understanding anxiety: why it feels different

Ed.Hannifan — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 11:36:18 +0000

Anxiety is one of those words we all use, yet rarely mean in the same way. You might say, “I’m anxious,” and picture a knot in your stomach. Someone else might hear the same words and imagine racing thoughts, sleepless nights, or a feeling of dread looming over them. When we talk about anxiety, we’re not talking about one thing. We’re talking about a whole constellation of sensations…

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