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Debunking Misconceptions About Therapy
Glenda O'Neill Glenda O'Neill

Debunking Misconceptions About Therapy

Therapists can’t read minds; they need you to share your thoughts and feelings. Therapy isn’t just for severe issues—it’s for anyone looking to enhance their mental health. Therapists won’t judge you; they offer support and understanding. Therapy isn’t a lifelong commitment; it’s flexible. And therapists guide you to find your own answers, not provide them.

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Neuroplasticity: How Our Brain Changes During Sleep
Glenda O'Neill Glenda O'Neill

Neuroplasticity: How Our Brain Changes During Sleep

Neuroplasticity, the brain's ability to reorganize itself, is significantly influenced by sleep. During sleep, the brain consolidates memories, strengthens neural connections, and repairs itself. This vital process enhances learning and cognitive function, making quality sleep essential for optimal brain health. Discover how sleep fosters neuroplasticity and boosts your brain's adaptability and resilience.

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Inside Out 2: A Therapist's Perspective
Glenda O'Neill Glenda O'Neill

Inside Out 2: A Therapist's Perspective

Inside Out 2" brilliantly explores the complexity of adolescence. From a therapist's perspective, it captures the nuanced interplay of emotions and the crucial role of mental health in development. The film's portrayal of emotional resilience and identity formation offers valuable insights into the challenges faced by teenagers, making it a powerful tool for empathy and understanding in therapy.

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Healthy Habits, Mental Health and Wellbeing
Glenda O'Neill Glenda O'Neill

Healthy Habits, Mental Health and Wellbeing

What kind of habits have you employed in your life? Are they healthy or not so much? What impact do they have on your health - mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually? Do they serve you well? Or have you found yourself becoming a slave to them?

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Understanding PTSD: Raising Awareness
Glenda O'Neill Glenda O'Neill

Understanding PTSD: Raising Awareness

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) affects millions worldwide, often stemming from traumatic events such as combat, natural disasters, or personal assaults. Raising awareness is crucial to dispel myths, promote empathy, and ensure access to effective treatments. Understanding PTSD can lead to better support systems and recovery outcomes.

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The Importance of Somatic Work in Healing
Glenda O'Neill Glenda O'Neill

The Importance of Somatic Work in Healing

Somatic work, crucial in healing, connects mind and body, addressing trauma stored in physical sensations. By tuning into bodily experiences, individuals unlock deeper healing, fostering holistic well-being.

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The Mother Wound
Glenda O'Neill Glenda O'Neill

The Mother Wound

The mother wound is the emotional pain caused by a strained mother-child relationship. It affects self-esteem and relationships. Healing involves understanding, forgiveness, and self-love.

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Anxiety and its Impact on the Nervous System
Glenda O'Neill Glenda O'Neill

Anxiety and its Impact on the Nervous System

Anxiety, from a Polyvagal Theory perspective, disrupts autonomic nervous system balance, perpetuating fight-flight-freeze responses. Interventions aim to restore regulation and resilience.

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Family of Origin: Our foundation
Glenda O'Neill Glenda O'Neill

Family of Origin: Our foundation

"Family of Origin: Our foundation." This means our family is where we start, the most important part that shapes who we are and what we believe.

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