Obsessive thoughts take up a large part of my daily thinking. I often liken it to having a noisy neighbour - or someone holding a gramophone against my ear when I'm trying to work! It can be incredibly distracting. In this post I'm going to describe what obsessive thoughts look like for me and also... Continue Reading →
I definitely have the fear of rejection. I suspect most people do, somewhere - in some form. When I think of rejection, I immediately think of romantic partners, my peer group and my work. The thought of being rejected in any of these spheres is a painful one. And yet the possibility of rejection is... Continue Reading →
Ah, the 'seen message' icon. The soldier at the gates to a world of abject terror. This is how it goes. You send a message to a friend / spouse / co-worker / family member. They've seen it but haven't replied. Why are they ignoring you? Are you being ghosted? Did you unknowingly upset them... Continue Reading →
Have you ever wondered, 'What does a panic attack feel like?' People often talk about them, but it can be hard to imagine what they feel like until you've experienced a panic attack for yourself. The symptoms can be frightening and confusing; an attack can come out of nowhere, and grip you in a vice.... Continue Reading →
