This blog on 30 Nature Inspired Alternatives to a Dysfunctional Family Christmas is an updated version of my pre COVID and during COVID lockdowns, Christmas post and podcast. Christmas can be a challenging time for those who have grown up within a dysfunctional family system, … [Read more...] about 30 Nature Inspired Alternatives to a Dysfunctional Family Christmas
Celebration Nut Roast with Lemon Garlic Stuffing
I have been making this Celebration Nut Roast with Lemon Garlic Stuffing for over 20 years. Every couple of years, I try another, however, I always come back to this one as my favourite. It's not a Cranks recipe, but it transports me back to my London days hanging out at Cranks, … [Read more...] about Celebration Nut Roast with Lemon Garlic Stuffing
Healing the Inner Child Through Art Journaling
This post is about Healing the Inner Child Through Art Journaling. - The Inner Child is that part of us which had to go into hiding in order to be safe from the interpersonal trauma that we experienced as a child. In Psychosynthesis, which is the psychotherapy that I … [Read more...] about Healing the Inner Child Through Art Journaling
Sitting Like A Mountain – Tara Brach Meditation
I originally wrote this blog, Sitting Like a Mountain, for National Mental Health Month, featuring a meditation by Tara Brach. I chose this meditation because, during the pandemic, amidst a dark night of the soul and existential crisis, I embarked on a journey to become an eco … [Read more...] about Sitting Like A Mountain – Tara Brach Meditation
10 books to help you heal from a narcissistic mother
If you grew up with a mother (or father) who suffered with her own trauma and narcissistic wound, you may still be living with the early childhood trauma and emotional neglect that you experienced within your family of history. Here are 10 of the most recommended self-help … [Read more...] about 10 books to help you heal from a narcissistic mother