Herts Therapy

We assume others are confident, happy, worry-free.

More often than not we don't see the whole story.

Don't compare your full story to others highlights.

Marcus Aurelius (Roman Emperor and philosopher) understood and taught the pointlessness of anger.

Unless that anger is expressed in order to create change or have influence then what is the point? You get angry at an inanimate object, for what? Does it start working or change its way? You get angry at another driver who can't see or hear you, how does that help the situation?

CBT can help you learn ways of managing anger in more productive ways.

"Remember that you [have to] die"

This might not sound like the cheeriest way to start the weekend! But this Latin phrase used by ancient Roman philosophers was actually a reminder that life is finite and we must live life whilst we can.

So, Memento Mori and have a great weekend.

Taking an ACE approach to managing difficult thoughts or emotions:

1. Acknowledge your thoughts and feelings
2. Connect with your body
3. Engage fully in what you're doing

Trying to "get rid" of unpleasant thoughts or emotions may just keep us hooked on them. Instead, try this ACE approach and see what happens.

The ability to multitask is often celebrated. BUT did you know it actually has major negative consequences?

1. Increases stress and anxiety
2. Reduces productivity
3. Reduces efficiency
4. Poorer concentration
5. Reduces IQ to that of an 8 year old
6. Ability drops to equivalent of being sleep deprived or smoking ma*****na
7. Increases number of potential mistakes

So, do one thing at a time. Concentrate on only that thing. And you'll be less stressed, more productive, and do a better job.

Today officially marks the end of my time as an NHS employee.
Services are underfunded and stretched beyond belief, and I know how frustrating that can be as a patient. But one thing I can guarantee is that every one of my colleagues of the last 8 years has a heart of gold. I have never met more hard working and compassionate people. They are consistently striving and pushing to give the best possible care to their patients, often at their own personal cost.
Thank you NHS, for the opportunities, the experience, and the care.