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Welcome to ‘Insights’ an informative area, offering psychoeducational insights, in an accessible way. Hope you enjoy and find these posts of value.

Solitude = Loneliness?

Now that’s an interesting question! The Latin root of the word solitude is solus, or being alone. The Sanskrit word for solitude is ekanta meaning seclusion or the absence of loneliness. Confused? As social animals, we humans crave connections. The safety,...

CREATING SAFETY TO PROCESS TRAUMA – PART 2

Creating safety is a really essential part of processing trauma. In addition to the exercises highlighted previously, below are some additional lifestyle activities that can prepare you further. Use guided imagery recordings, to help you visualize peaceful and safe...

CREATING SAFETY TO PROCESS TRAUMA – PART 1

Processing trauma can be daunting, whether you’re addressing it for the first time or revisiting past experiences that have been hidden away. To do this, it’s essential to establish a sense of safety by strengthening our parasympathetic (calming) nervous...