Let’s review the topic of self care with our guest speaker, Holly. Holly is not only a great friend; she is a counsellor in WA and works in an AOD mental health setting. She shares her experiences and thoughts on the topic. Thank you for coming on the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/andreawu

What if I can’t afford counselling? What if I don’t have the means to attend sessions? Stigma, waiting periods, confidentiality and financial costs are some of the obstacles that people face. Let’s explore what can be done in this episode! ⚖️ 💻 The info contained in this episode is based on experiences and is not by any means professional financial advice. —— Please give the show a star rating ⭐️

What are positive affirmations and how can they help to empower us? 📝 Let’s try out some examples of positive affirmations together on this episode! @peace.ofmindcounselling & https://www.buymeacoffee.com/andreawu —— Please give the show a star rating ⭐️

Let’s begin the conversation of our feelings and thoughts. What should we do with them and how can we manage them? A situation that occurs can create thoughts in us which may generate feelings, which in turn influence our choices and behaviours. CBT is a method of therapy that can be effective for some individuals to gain control over their thoughts and feelings 🫖☕️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/andreawu —— Please give the show a star rating ⭐️

Let’s explore what emotions and feelings are. What are they and why are they important? Let’s find out! 🫖☕️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/andreawu —— Please give the show a star rating ⭐️

Let’s explore the topic of sleep and how we can improve our sleep. Sleep is linked closely to our mental well being and functioning. If you’ve ever had trouble sleeping, this episode is for you. To donate to The Counselling Conversations Podcast, please go to: www.buymeacoffee.com/andreawu —— Please give the show a star rating ⭐️

Let’s find out what self care is and how it impacts our physical and mental well being. We look at our physical, emotional, intellectual, psychological, spiritual, relational and professional/work space self care areas. This episode is comprehensive and longer than the average episode. To donate to The Counselling Conversations Podcast, please go to: www.buymeacoffee.com/andreawu —— Please give the show a star rating ⭐️

Let’s explore the differences in these three professionals and clarify what makes them special! —— Please give the show a star rating ⭐️

What are some warning signs of mental health distress? Let’s talk about how we can help a loved one who is struggling. —— Please give the show a star rating ⭐️

Welcome to the Counselling Conversations podcast! A short first episode to kick start talking about what mental health is and how it impacts us. —— Please give the show a star rating ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️