Dawn Chorus Therapy

06/09/2025

🌱 Are Grief and Loss Emotions?

Grief and loss aren’t single emotions, they’re experiences we go through when something important changes or ends.

Loss is what happens — the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, or any big change.

Grief is how we respond to that loss.

Grief is like a journey made up of many different emotions, such as:

💧 Sadness
🔥 Anger
🤔 Confusion
💭 Yearning
😔 Guilt
😨 Anxiety
(and sometimes even relief)

Think of it this way:

👉 Emotions are like colours.
👉 Grief is the whole painting, made up of many colours blended together.

This is why grief can feel so overwhelming, because it isn’t just one feeling, it’s many. And those feelings can shift and change over time.

04/09/2025

✨ Low self-esteem doesn’t always look the same ✨

Sometimes it’s easy to assume that low self-esteem just means “not feeling good enough,” but it can actually show up in lots of subtle and surprising ways.

It might look like:
💭 Constantly comparing yourself to others
💭 Saying “sorry” all the time
💭 Struggling to accept compliments
💭 Making jokes at your own expense
💭 Feeling like you need to be perfect in every role

The truth is, low self-esteem often hides behind behaviours that many people don’t even recognise as part of the issue.
The good news is, self-esteem isn’t fixed, with the right support, awareness, and compassion for yourself, it can grow and strengthen over time. 💚

👉 Do you recognise any of these signs in yourself or others?



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30/08/2025

💭 Do you ever find it hard to put your feelings into words?

Many adults struggle to identify what they’re actually feeling. You might know you’re “not okay” or “on edge” but can’t quite name if that’s anxious, frustrated, lonely, or tired. This is really common, and it makes sense. Many of us weren’t taught as children how to notice, label, or express our emotions.

👉 Why does this matter?

When we can identify our feelings, we’re more likely to:

✨ Understand our needs (e.g. “I’m stressed, I need a break” instead of “I’m angry at everyone”)

✨ Communicate better with others

✨ Respond in healthier ways rather than bottling things up or lashing out

🛠️ How to start:

1. Pause and check in with yourself a few times a day.

2. Use tools like this emotion chart to help you name what you’re feeling. Sometimes seeing the words makes it easier.

3. Notice patterns; what situations trigger certain feelings?

4. Practice self-compassion, all emotions are valid, even the uncomfortable ones.

Remember: emotions are neither good nor bad, they’re signals. Learning to name them is the first step to understanding yourself more deeply and improving your relationships. 💙

🌟 What emotion from this chart best fits how you’re feeling today?

Counselling and Psychotherapy in Leamington Spa, working in-person and online with clients in Warwickshire and throughout the UK.

29/08/2025

🌟 Step out of the Drama Triangle and into healthier roles — Creator, Challenger, and Coach. Small shifts can create big changes in relationships. 💬

27/08/2025

🔺 Ever found yourself stuck in the Drama Triangle?

In relationships, it can look like this:
😞 Feeling powerless and unheard (Victim)
😡 Getting critical or blaming (Persecutor)
🤗 Always trying to fix things (Rescuer)

These roles can flip back and forth, leaving both people frustrated and disconnected.

✨ The first step out is noticing when it’s happening. From there, you can move toward healthier communication and boundaries.

👉 Which role do you most often find yourself slipping into?

17/08/2025

💬 Men’s mental health matters.

Many men grow up with the message that they should “be strong,” “keep it together,” or “not show weakness.” But holding everything inside can take a huge toll on wellbeing.

Supporting the men in our lives starts with the little things. Creating a safe space, encouraging them when they share, and noticing when something feels different. Sometimes it means asking twice, or simply sitting with them in silence.

No one should have to go through life carrying everything alone. 💙

If you or someone you know is struggling with anxiety, low mood, trauma, or the pressure to keep going when it feels overwhelming, therapy can provide a space to be heard without judgement.

👉 You can find out more about the support I offer here: www.dawnchorustherapy.com







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14/08/2025

Perfectionism isn’t always loud or obvious. Sometimes it’s that quiet pressure you put on yourself. The feeling that you have to do more, do better, or get it “just right” before you can feel proud.

It might look like overthinking every detail, avoiding things you’re not sure you’ll be great at, or feeling uneasy when something is “good enough” instead of flawless.

Perfectionism can be exhausting. It can take the joy out of your achievements and make you feel like nothing is ever quite enough.

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to keep living under that pressure.

You can find more support at www.dawnchorustherapy.com 💙

Counselling and Psychotherapy in Leamington Spa, working in-person and online with clients in Warwickshire and throughout the UK.

12/08/2025

Old emotions can sometimes whisper into our present.
Our reactions aren’t always about what’s happening right now, they can be shaped by past experiences, old wounds, and patterns we’ve carried for years.

If you catch yourself thinking, “Why did I respond like that?”, try pausing to ask,
“Is this about now, or is this about then?”

That small moment of awareness can bring more calm, understanding, and self-compassion.

If you’d like support in exploring your triggers and finding new ways forward, visit www.dawnchorustherapy.com 🌿

10/08/2025

🌊 Dropping an Anchor – Finding Calm in the Storm ⚓

When life feels like a storm with your thoughts racing, emotions swirling, and your body tense; it can be easy to feel swept away.

In Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, we use the metaphor of dropping an anchor to help us steady ourselves. Just like a ship in rough seas, dropping an anchor doesn’t stop the waves, but it stops you from being carried away.

Dropping an anchor means:

⚓Noticing where you are right now (your thoughts, feelings, sensations).

⚓Grounding yourself in the present moment through your senses.

⚓Connecting with your surroundings so you can take steady, purposeful action rather than reacting on autopilot.

The storm might still rage around you, but with your anchor down, you can choose your next step with clarity instead of being pulled along by the current.

💬 If you’d like to learn practical ways to ‘drop anchor’ when life feels overwhelming, I can help.
Visit www.dawnchorustherapy.com for support.

09/08/2025

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07/08/2025

Anger is a natural emotion, it’s not something to fear or feel ashamed of.
It’s your body’s way of saying something isn’t right. It can alert us to injustice, signal unmet needs, or highlight where our boundaries have been crossed.

The feeling itself isn’t the problem, it’s what we do with it that matters. 💥
When we express anger in healthy ways, it can lead to empowerment, clarity, and even healing.

Here are some helpful ways to release anger safely (as shown in the image), and here are a few more:
💨 Try some deep, grounding breaths
🖐 Press your palms together and notice the sensation
🧊 Hold something cold like an ice cube to bring you into the present
🧘 Try some yoga poses that release tension, like child’s pose or forward fold
📝 Write an unsent letter to express everything you feel

If anger feels overwhelming, or if you’ve been holding it in for a long time, you don’t have to manage it alone.
Visit www.dawnchorustherapy.com to explore how counselling can help you understand and release your anger in ways that support your well-being.

You deserve to feel heard, safe, and supported. ❤️‍🔥

06/08/2025

Anxiety doesn’t always look how we expect it to.
It’s not just panic attacks or racing thoughts. It can also be constant tiredness, struggling to celebrate your wins, or needing constant reassurance.

Sometimes it’s irritability, procrastination, or the feeling that you’re just never quite “present.”
All of these can be signs that your nervous system is working overtime, and you don’t have to face that alone.

If any of this resonates with you, I’m here to help.
Visit www.dawnchorustherapy.com to learn more about how counselling can support you in making sense of your experiences and finding a steadier way forward.

You deserve support. 💛



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