Brighter Days Counselling

Brighter Days Counselling Pregnancy Loss, Family Life and Parenting, Student Issues and Bullying, Adolescent Counselling and Troubled Teenagers, Grief and Bereavement.

Brighter Days Counselling offers support and help throught 1-1 Counselling. We specialise in Pregnancy Loss, Family Counselling, Help with Family Life and Parenting, Troubled Teenagers and helping anyone who has been affected by grief and bereavement. We offer training on Stress Management, Conflict Resolution, Mediation and Mental Health Awareness to community groups and organisations. For further information or an appointment, contact Gillian Leetch-Armstrong on 07595 346915.

Wednesday's wisdom. . . Notice magical moments by looking through the lens of gratitude. Start today with an attitude o...
24/09/2025

Wednesday's wisdom. . . Notice magical moments by looking through the lens of gratitude. Start today with an attitude of gratitide. Name as many things as you can that you are grateful for today...... You may not have everything you want but you have everything you need. There are so many benefits to working on developing an attitude of gratitude. Be consistent. Start today and make it part of your daily routine. Gratitude promotes happiness within us. It rewires the brain and shields us from negativity. It will help you eliminate stress and heals you. It will help boost self-esteem and improve performance. It enhances the law of attraction and improves relationships. So get into the habit of practicing gratitude. Be grateful for the roof over your head, a comfy bed, food in the fridge and your heart beating in your chest encouraging you to enjoy your life and embrace this day with gratitide. Show gratitude for your fanily and friends. Tell them what they bring to your life. Be grateful for sunrises, beautiful flowers, tall trees, the smell of hot coffee. Have a fabulous Wednesday. Tell me what you are grateful for today. Happy Wednesday. ❤

Tuessday's thoughts. Often we hear people say "I don't mean to offend you, but." This just means they are going to offen...
23/09/2025

Tuessday's thoughts. Often we hear people say "I don't mean to offend you, but." This just means they are going to offend you but have put a disclaimer in first. Others say, "I say what's on my mind." Again their words are likely to hurt or upset you but the disclaimer is in. " words hurt. I'm only telling you what I was told." Gossip destroys people's reputations, self-esteem and self-worth. Once we have spoken, those words whether said aloud or written and text or typed as a comment on social media, they cannot be taken back. So be careful with your words. Once they are said they can be forgiven but not forgotten. Think before you speak. Is it true? Is it helpful? Is it inspiring? Is it necessary? Is it kind? Choose your words kindly today. Speak with love. Happy Tuesday.

Monday's motivation. Good morning. Today I will be thankful for the small things. The smell of hot coffee. A snuggly war...
22/09/2025

Monday's motivation. Good morning. Today I will be thankful for the small things. The smell of hot coffee. A snuggly warm duvet. Sunshine through my window. Health to get out of bed. Hot water to bathe in. A child's little hand to hold. A loved one's hug. A beautiful memory. A fridge full of food. The more grateful we are for the small things of life, the more abundant life feels. We are more blessed than we realise. Today take time to notice the small things. List them in your mind or on paper. Trust me when I say it is the little things in life, the small unnoticed moments that will fill your heart if you let them. May laughter dance upon your lips and today's troubles be few, happiness be in your heart and good health find you too. Happy gratitude filled Monday. Have a beautiful day.

Sunday's wisdom. Live grateful, happy and excited about your life today. Stop waiting for perfection. It doesn't exist, ...
21/09/2025

Sunday's wisdom. Live grateful, happy and excited about your life today. Stop waiting for perfection. It doesn't exist, so leave it to Disney and Pixar. Enjoy your perfectly imperfect life. It is only when we are in the midst of chaos or drama that we truly appreciate the ordinary and the mundane. My mother who I have quoted many times on my page for her wisdom, would often say, "there is a lot to be said for humdrum." In times of illness, grief, tradgedy, stress we would give anything for humdrum. So if today is quiet, slow and steady embrace the humdrum. Not because it feels easy or always comfortable - but simply because this ordinary day is an incredible gift. Don't miss it. Happy Sunday.

Be grateful for what you have achieved today and find your courage to try again tommorrow. Sleep well.
20/09/2025

Be grateful for what you have achieved today and find your courage to try again tommorrow. Sleep well.

Saturday's sass. Treat people with kindness because behind every face is a story that could use a little more love. I...
20/09/2025

Saturday's sass. Treat people with kindness because behind every face is a story that could use a little more love. In these strange times I don't know anyone who couldn't use a bit more love. If you make someone smile today because of something you said or did then you will have had a good day. If someone left you feeling better for having spent time with you then you will have a good day. If you offered support or encouragement where it was needed then you will have had a good day. People wonder why I give so many compliments. I am not being fake and I am not trying to make people like me. But if I pass someone and I like something I say it, "love those shoes, " or "great hair." Or "wow, your eyes are beautiful." Why? Because life is hard and this world can be a sh*tty place and people can sometimes be mean. You never know how much these words mean to someone. You never know what hell they may be going through and when you put positivity out there into the universe YOU yourself become a happier person. It's hard to be nice and be miserable yourself. It'll reflect from the outside in. I'm telling you, random compliment giving will change your life and maybe someone else's too. So today, keep it simple. Be nice. Happy Saturday.

Friday'sfeelings. Don't worry about fitting in, "cause baby, you're custom made." Don't like me. Cool, I don't wake up e...
19/09/2025

Friday'sfeelings. Don't worry about fitting in, "cause baby, you're custom made." Don't like me. Cool, I don't wake up every day to impress you. Live your life according to your own rules You won't be everyone's cup of tea and that's ok. Don't change your authentic self to fit in. You are not here to impress others. You are here to be the best version of yourself. Be weird. Be random. Be silly. Be loud. Be serious. Be whatever takes your fancy. You never know who would love and be inspired by the person you hide. Be you. Do it. Happy Friday.

Thursday'sthoughts. . It's better to look back in life and say I can't believe I did that than to look back and say I w...
18/09/2025

Thursday'sthoughts. . It's better to look back in life and say I can't believe I did that than to look back and say I wish I had done that. You are the greatest project you will ever work on. Take your time. Create magic. Don't worry about being a beginner. Accept new challenges. Try a new hobby. Change jobs. Never be afraid to start over. Scared to take a course at 28 because it will take 4 years and you'll be 32 when you finish. In 4 years you'll be 32 anyway but qualified. Life is short. Say yes often. No amount of time or money invested in yourself is ever wasted. Be the best version of yourself. Put the work in. Turn up every day for yourself. Create magic. You are doing better than you think you are. I am proud of you. Happy Thursday.

Tuesday's thougths. Worry is the thief of joy. Do you create scenarios in your mind? Washing machine head is a term I us...
16/09/2025

Tuesday's thougths. Worry is the thief of joy. Do you create scenarios in your mind? Washing machine head is a term I use often in my counselling room to describe that internal dialogue that takes our mind into a catastrophic spin. The mind races to the worst possible outcome for any given situation. Pull back, take a minute to pause. You have all the strength you need inside you to handle whatever today throws at you. Your history of surviving you worst days are one hundred percent so far. What if you fall? Change that thought. What if you fly? You've got this. Be a warrior, not a worrier. Have a great Tuesday.

Monday's thoughts. . You are enough. Actually you are probably over qualified but let's start the day off humble. Reme...
15/09/2025

Monday's thoughts. . You are enough. Actually you are probably over qualified but let's start the day off humble. Remember that being you is enough. Sometimes the best thing you can do is be done. Not bitter just done. Let it go. Change the channel. Turn it off. Unfollow. Block. Mute. Walk away. Breathe. Not everyone needs to hear your side of the story. Somtimes we don't get an apology. Sometimes people don't understand. Be observant in life. Watch behaviour as that is where the truth about someone's feelings for you lies. People can say anything but their actions will tell you everything you need to know. Notice how you feel when you are around people. Notice their energy/vibe. Choose to be around people who bring out the best in you not the stress in you. You've got this. Happy Monday. PM Brighter Days for an appointment.

Sunday's wisdom. . . Laughter really is the best medicine. When was the last time you had a really good laugh? Laughter...
14/09/2025

Sunday's wisdom. . . Laughter really is the best medicine. When was the last time you had a really good laugh? Laughter is so beneficial to our mental wellness. It lowers blood pressure, it reduces stress hormone levels. It triggers the release of endorphins and boosts our general sense of well-being. Sunday's shouldn't be dull.it shouldn't be just about dreading the working week. If you are doing that you miss the joy that Sunday has to offer. Do something that makes you laugh and do it again and again. Meet up with friends or family that bring out the fun in you. Watch a silly movie. Listen to a comedian. If it makes you laugh then do it again and again. Happy Sunday.

Friday's feelings.. . We can all be sucked in by fine words and empty promises. Always always follow a person's actions ...
12/09/2025

Friday's feelings.. . We can all be sucked in by fine words and empty promises. Always always follow a person's actions as those will tell you everything you need to know. Actions don't lie. Stay humble. How you treat people ultimately tells all. Integrity is everyrhing. In a world where you can be anything, be kind. Happy Friday.

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