HolisticPsychology

28/06/2024

We've joined over 200 other organisations calling on the next government to bring an end to poverty & hardship in the UK .

"We need politicians to take a long-term view & invest in our children & young people." Julia Faulconbridge, Chartered Psychologist.

Because : www.bps.org.uk/news/bps-joins-calls-political-leaders-bring-end-poverty-and-hardship-uk

02/06/2024

ℹ️🌿 THE 5 TRAUMA RESPONSES, AND THEY MIGHT NOT LOOK HOW YOU THINK |

Trauma is an emotional response to a distressing event or events, one which exceeds our ability to cope or lasts for a prolonged period of time. Whatever coping mechanism kicks in at this time to protect us from the stressor or threat, will then show up repeatedly throughout our lives when we perceive a similar danger. It is our mind and brain’s way of protecting us, but sometimes it can be responding to things from our past, and not those in the present, or continuing on for much longer than it needs to.

When the part of our brain which detects danger kicks in, it activates our sympathetic nervous system. This is set up to escape risk, rather than our parasympathetic nervous system which is designed for rest and daily bodily functions. Our senses become heightened as our mind then very quickly tells us what to do in this situation based on past experiences, and here is where the five responses come into play.

We are all individuals and so our responses to trauma will vary, even under these categories, but to give you a sense of what they look like, here are some signs to notice.

Read the Full Article: https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/memberarticles/the-5-trauma-responses-and-they-might-not-look-how-you-think



📷: inthistogethern, Instagram

01/01/2024

22/06/2023

Prepare to host unforgettable dinner parties with the help of "Cooking with Kaya." Explore Italian-inspired menus featuring Mediterranean canna salad, bruschetta with canna tomato and basil, and comforting lasagna. Indulge in a luscious chocolate orange cake accompanied by a heavenly canna-infused chocolate sauce. Or venture into the realm of Chinese cuisine with fiery chili sauce, battered pork balls, and a mouthwatering honey-glazed stir-fry veg.

Craving your favorite fast-food classics with a twist? Look no further. "Cooking with Kaya" offers the secrets to creating "fakeaway" delights. From pizza to onion rings, from BBQ chicken to burgers, each recipe is infused, bringing a modern and tantalizing twist to familiar flavors.

With "Cooking with Kaya" in your hands, you'll master the art of impressing your guests with modern twists and the delightful pleasures of culinary cannabis. Elevate your cooking to new heights, infuse every dish with creativity, and create unforgettable moments that will be cherished long after the last bite. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure like no other.

Prepare to host unforgettable dinner parties with the help of "Cooking with Kaya." Explore Italian-inspired menus featuring Mediterranean canna salad, bruschetta with canna tomato and basil, and comforting lasagna. Indulge in a luscious chocolate orange cake accompanied by a heavenly cannabis-infused chocolate sauce. Or venture into the realm of Chinese cuisine with fiery chili sauce, battered pork balls, and a mouthwatering honey-glazed stir-fry veg.

Craving your favorite fast-food classics with a cannabis twist? Look no further. "Cooking with Kaya" offers the secrets to creating "fakeaway" delights. From pizza to onion rings, from BBQ chicken to burgers, each recipe is infused with the unique essence of cannabis, bringing a modern and tantalizing twist to familiar flavors.

With "Cooking with Kaya" in your hands, you'll master the art of impressing your guests with modern twists and the delightful pleasures of culinary cannabis. Elevate your cooking to new heights, infuse every dish with creativity, and create unforgettable moments that will be cherished long after the last bite. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure like no other.

09/01/2023

Guided breathing exercise for anxiety.

Inhale and exhale with the circle.