Insync Counselling

08/12/2025

Estrangement isn’t always personal. Sometimes it’s viral. 📱
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Two studies help explain it:
🧠 Arfini et al. (2020) — online communities actively shape identity and behaviour, especially in emotionally charged spaces.
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🗣 Al-Khasawneh et al. (2023) — social media engagement drives mimicry, turning online content into real-world behaviour.
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This could explain why estranged kids around the world are using the exact same phrases to cut off their parents.
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Boundaries matter. Abuse is real.
But when thousands of people repeat identical therapy-speak, maybe it’s not healing…
maybe it’s algorithmic estrangement.
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👇 Sound off:
Have you seen this therapy language trend explode online.

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06/12/2025

15/11/2025

Have you ever noticed how men can shut off instantly — while women keep replaying everything they never said out loud?

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16/10/2025

I’ve always kissed my husband goodbye.
But lately… it’s become something more.

Somewhere in the midst of rebuilding the rhythms of home,
I started treating that moment as sacred.
Not a quick routine. Not a habit.
A faithful, intentional pause.

I stop what I’m doing.
Find him. Look him in the eyes.
Kiss him. Hug him. Bless him on his way.

Because what I’ve learned and what I shared in this carousel
is that this small act carries weight.
It lowers stress, strengthens our bond, adds peace to the home…
and maybe even years to a life.

But beyond all that our children see it.
They watch the tenderness.
They see love modeled in the most ordinary way.
And one day, when it’s their turn to build a home,
they’ll remember what love looked like, simple, steadfast, unhurried.

So no matter how busy the morning is,
kiss him anyway.
Do it on purpose.
Make it your family’s rhythm,
not just your habit. 🤍

Thankyou

09/10/2025

Think you know what keeps love strong?

(Hint: it’s not matching pajamas or a weekend getaway 😉)
The Gottman research points to something deeper: ATTUNEment ❤

Dr. John Gottman discovered that couples thrive when they learn how to truly be there for each other, not just physically, but emotionally.

When you practice ATTUNEment, you’re not just hearing your partner, you’re feeling with them. That’s what builds trust, intimacy, and resilience in a relationship.
Want bite-size research-backed tips like this in your inbox each month?

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24/09/2025

Breakups are hard. Figuring out when to date again? Even harder.💔

Jumping back in before you’ve started healing is like moving into a new house but bringing all your old clutter with you. Gottman research shows that unresolved emotional wounds can sneak into new relationships and affect how you see, react to, and trust your partner.

When you take the time to heal, you bring your whole, authentic self into a relationship, creating the foundation for something stronger and more fulfilling.

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13/09/2025

In Rosenhan’s famous study, healthy people were admitted to psychiatric hospitals and every action they took was read as proof of illness. The research exposed how powerful diagnostic labels can be.

Today, the number of mental-health diagnoses and prescriptions has exploded. We may be facing an even bigger issue than Rosenhan uncovered: are we truly recognising suffering, or are labels and medications doing more harm than good.

👉Want to know more about my approach? Tap the link in my bio.

💬 What do you think? What’s been your experience with mental-health labels or medication? Please feel free to share below.

31/08/2025

What looks like a small argument—like who forgot to take out the trash—often points to something deeper.

One partner may feel unseen or unappreciated, and that simple moment touches old wounds or unmet needs.

The next time you’re in a “nothing” fight, pause and ask yourself what’s really happening beneath the surface. With curiosity and listening, conflict can open the door to connection. 💬

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27/08/2025

Loneliness isn’t new, but it’s also no longer just about being socially isolated.

Over the last decade, we’ve experienced a new type of loneliness—the loss of connection, trust, and capital while we are next to the person with whom we’re not supposed to be lonely.

And the isolation that comes with comparing our lives and relationships with the perfectly-curated social media profiles of our friends and people we don’t even know.

Tag someone who makes you feel less alone 🫶

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21/08/2025

Say hello to the Four Horsemen of relationship doom! 🧨

🐴They sneak in quietly.
🐴They spark tension.
🐴They can turn a good night into a disaster.

The good news? You don’t have to let them stick around.

Spot them early, shift your approach, and you’ll send them packing—so you can get back to what really matters. 😉

👉 Want to keep the Four Horsemen out of your relationship for good? Let’s talk. 💬

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16/07/2025

A landmark review finds no scientific evidence that depression is caused by a chemical imbalance.

A major umbrella review led by researchers at University College London has found no convincing evidence that depression is caused by low serotonin levels or reduced serotonin activity. Published in Molecular Psychiatry, the study analyzed decades of research across several major fields and concluded that the long-standing “chemical imbalance” theory lacks scientific support. This challenges the core rationale behind the widespread use of antidepressants like SSRIs, which are believed to work by correcting low serotonin. The review suggests that the popularity of this theory may have contributed to the massive increase in antidepressant prescriptions despite the absence of biological proof.

The findings also raise concerns about how this serotonin theory may shape public perception and treatment decisions.

With up to 90% of people believing depression stems from a chemical imbalance, researchers warn that this misconception can discourage recovery optimism and reliance on non-drug treatments.

Moreover, some evidence points to antidepressants possibly lowering serotonin levels over time, highlighting a need for transparency and new approaches to mental health care.

The authors advocate for a shift in focus toward addressing life stressors, trauma, and social factors through therapy and lifestyle interventions rather than pharmacological solutions alone.

Source: Moncrieff, J., Cooper, R. E., Stockmann, T., Amendola, S., Hengartner, M. P., & Horowitz, M. A. (2022). The serotonin theory of depression: A systematic umbrella review of the evidence. Molecular Psychiatry

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21/06/2025

Hi lovely people. I’ll be offline this week—taking a short break from both posting and client sessions to rest and reset.

I’ll be back on Wednesday the 2nd, ready to reconnect and support you again with fresh energy.

Until then, take gentle care of yourselves 🌿

🍃 Check the link in my bio if you want to learn more about how I work.