Save £6,000 per year by becoming your own therapist with these simple tips
ok.co.ukThe prospect of soaring living costs and rising bills is sparking huge anxiety right now, with one in five adults feeling stressed or depressed as a result.
But while professional therapy can be the answer, not all of us have access to it. NHS waiting lists are long and private therapy is costly at a time when our finances are already feeling the squeeze.
Psychotherapist Owen O’Kane, who has written a book on how to be your own therapist, believes self-help is the answer. “Most of us crash-land into adulthood unequipped to look after ourselves mentally,” he explains. “But there are some simple skills you can learn.They will change your life for the better.” Here’s what to do… 1.
Write your life story Make a list of all the happy periods in your life so far. Include things like falling in love, a wonderful holiday, a time when your hard work paid off – anything that felt life-affirming.
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