Why do some people react so strongly to criticism and mistakes? Drawing on CBT examples, my latest piece shows how challenging our assumptions can change how we respond.
Financial stress often leads to avoidance, from unopened bills to delayed decisions. This article explains how avoidance works, why it persists, and how gradual, manageable steps can help reduce financial anxiety and build confidence.
Small changes in how we think and live can quietly become normal over time. My latest Southern Star column explores how that gradual drift, this 'normalisation of deviance', can affect our mental health — and how to notice it before it builds up.