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Articles, insights and honest reflections from Karen — written to help you understand what’s going on and what you can do about it.
FEAR – False Evidence Appearing Real
Fear keeps us safe, yet many people feel fearful even when life is good. One simple question to break the pattern: is this fear real, or false evidence?
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Your body speaks your mind what’s yours saying?
Headaches gone, better sleep, an old backache eased: when your mind lets go of old negative emotions, your body often responds too.
The Power of the Subconscious Mind (What does yours do without you knowing?)
What does your subconscious mind do without you knowing? Karen explains its power in this short video.
Are you Producing your own Horror Movie?
When you’re anxious, you’re directing your own horror movie: imagining the worst, then adding more scenes. So why not make a feel-good film instead?
Are you a Bore?
At the height of her anxiety, Karen had the same conversations over and over. Therapy didn’t change her whole life, but it changed the way she sees it.
TRYING IS LYING!
When a client says they’ll “try”, Karen’s heart sinks. Why the words you use tell your brain whether you’ll actually do something.
What programmes are you running automatically?
Your brain runs programmes in the background all day, from breathing to tying your shoelaces. How those programmes are learnt, and why some of them can be changed.
Fear of Heights – Why we feel that we are being pulled to the edge.
Ever felt pulled towards the edge when you’re up high? It has a name, High Places Phenomenon, and it’s actually your brain trying to keep you safe.
Quick Simple Tip to Reduce Stress & Anxiety
“Should” means pressure; “could” means none. A quick tip in video to take some of the stress out of your day.
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