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  • Guilty pleasures
    “When you feel guilty but haven’t harmed anyone, you’re just in the realm of perfectionism or criticism” In 2012, Goldsmith et al. observed how guilt, which is looked upon as a negative emotion, can have a positive effect by enhancing the enjoyment Read more
  • Acceptance and commitment therapy: insomnia and anxiety
    Acceptance and commitment therapy for insomnia lessens the brain’s level of nocturnal arousal, encouraging a state of rest rather than a state of insomnia We’re constantly being told we have to strive to be happy, “turn that frown upside down” Read more
  • A path out of abuse – lessons from Tina Turner and her Buddhist faith
    “People around the world have gleaned solace and comfort from Tina’s story, and many have subsequently found the huge burst of courage it takes to say that enough is enough” Tina Turner, the legendary rock star with an iconic gravelly Read more
  • Ketamine- and psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy
    “Pychedelics are rapidly becoming a recognised and innovative method of treatment for many mental health crises” Psychedelics are rapidly becoming a recognised and innovative method of treatment for many mental health crises, including suicidality, refractory depressive disorder, chronic PTSD and Read more