In the complex and multifaceted world of psychotherapy and personal growth, one of the paths to achieving a balanced and happy life is acceptance. At the core of acceptance lies our ability to accept both… Read More "The “miracle” of acceptance!"
Imagine you are driving a 2001 1,100cc Fiat Punto which has exceptional brakes, and you set off on a road trip with the destination of driving to your favourite country abroad. Imagine also the same journey… Read More "Are you operating like a Ferrari without brakes? (Eleftheria's story)"
Self-regulation is an integral part of both psychotherapy and personal development in general. As we journey towards discovering ourselves and coping with life's challenges, the ability to self-correct, to recognise impulses… Read More "Are you holding the steering wheel of your life? Self-regulation (self-control), why and how to acquire it."
Very briefly and concisely I will present to you 6 very basic points which, through research (which I also list at the end of the article), have been noted to increase couple connection, satisfaction within the relationship… Read More "The 6 most important (among many…) ingredients of a happy relationship"
I truly understand how difficult all this you are going through might be for you. Often you may feel intense emotions of disappointment and despair. A lot has fallen on your shoulders (especially in recent years where a change is timidly taking place… Read More "Partnership Relations: It is never about the dishes! My message to the woman (with the aim of de-escalating tensions and creating an atmosphere of understanding in the partnership) Part 3"
MY MESSAGE TO THE MAN (aimed at defusing tension and creating an atmosphere of understanding in the romantic relationship) I understand that sometimes when you come home and are not greeted by a warm hug, a warm… Read More "Romantic Relationships: It's never about the dishes! part 2"
In this article I will reveal to you the basic needs of a man and a woman which, when not expressed and cared for within the relationship, as a rule create tension and gradual drifting apart. When you begin to recognise them… Read More "Relationships: It's never about the dishes!"
“Life is all a risk. If you don't take risks, you don't live, and if you live, then you take risks.” – Carl Jung In our daily lives, we are often encouraged to wait for the “right moment” before taking risks in our lives. We seek… Read More " Decisiveness: a matter of readiness or risk-taking? (procrastination as a quality of the relationship with oneself)"
What is happiness? Is it the favour of fortune, as we conclude etymologically? Why is there no happiness that can be split three ways? as the song goes… Where does happiness come from? Does it finally arrive or is it an elusive… Read More "There are two paths that lead to happiness. Which one are you walking? (consumption vs creation)"
Therapeutic fallacies and therapy “acceleration” techniques Very often I hear these questions either in my office or in telephone calls or on social media from people interested in starting psychotherapy. Similar feelings and concerns… Read More "“How long will I need to heal? Can I heal quickly?”"