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Benefits of Online Holistic Counselling

Carmela Pollock

Mar 18, 2020
3 min

Benefits of Online Holistic Counselling

Online Counselling is becoming a very popular form of therapy and it can be as effective as face-to-face counselling. Travelling to and from face-to-face appointments can feel like another chore while juggling the demands of work and family life. Online Counselling is the perfect alternative because it’s accessible, convenient, affordable and private. Particularly during times of self-isolation stemming from the recent coronavirus outbreak, its important to keep your mental h

Accessing Past Life Memories for Healing

Carmela Pollock

Nov 5, 2019
5 min

Accessing Past Life Memories for Healing

The soul, the spirit, your true self, call it what you will, each of us carry within a timeless essence, a portion of us that is eternal energy shining with the purest light. In most of us, these beautiful pure energy centres can become cloaked or clouded with layers of shadow. These shadows, often the result of trauma suffered over many lifetimes, the accumulation of emotional or spiritual wounds, mistakes that have gone unresolved, that obscure the pure light within us. The

Are You Supporting a Partner With Depression? My 12 Tips

Carmela Pollock

Oct 28, 2019
6 min

Are You Supporting a Partner With Depression? My 12 Tips

I am a holistically trained Counsellor. I have personally supported my husband for over 20+ years with depression. So when I say depression is a thief, I’m speaking from both personal and professional experience. I have seen how it can take the joy, energy, and sense of purpose out of everyday life. I know how it can affect every aspect of a person’s life. I also know how hard it can be to support a partner living with depression. When someone with depression withdraws from

7 things to remember when you think you're not good enough

Carmela Pollock

Oct 25, 2019
4 min

7 things to remember when you think you're not good enough

I have always had a non-conformist streak as a child, that would at times cause an uproar in the family. I refused to abide by cultural traditions that did not honour men and women equally. My mother struggled with my rebellious nature and dad thought I was adopted because of my strong opinions and stance on all things women in our Italian family. It has happened during my life that most of the important steps on my journey have not been met with approval from others. At lea

How To Reprogram Your Fear Based Response Exercise

Carmela Pollock

Jul 1, 2019
4 min

How To Reprogram Your Fear Based Response Exercise

Did you read the Soulworks Facebook post about fear yesterday? If not, here it is... 'Fear is an interloper. It pretends to be our friend but, in fact, it plays a highly destructive role in most of our lives, inhibiting and preventing us from reaching our full potential. Of course, fear has a healthy biological function to keep us safe. It stops us sticking our hand into a fire or walking in front of fast moving traffic. The problem is that for many of us it has ceased to be

The Boundaries Series - PART 3

Carmela Pollock

Feb 5, 2019
2 min

The Boundaries Series - PART 3

I hope you are finding the Women's Boundaries Series useful. This week we focus on the final part that explores your boundaries using the FREE downloadable worksheet. If you haven't read part 1 and 2, I highly recommend you do so before starting. Click on the following links: Part 1: 7 Tips For Establishing Healthy Boundaries Part 2: 6 Types Of Personal Boundaries Explained In this activity, you'll be asked to think of a particular relationship, and the quality of the bounda

The Boundaries Series - PART 2

Carmela Pollock

Jan 21, 2019
4 min

The Boundaries Series - PART 2

Personal boundaries are the limits and rules we set for ourselves within relationships. A person with healthy boundaries can say “no” to others when they want to, but they are also comfortable opening themselves up to intimacy and close relationships. Understanding the types of personal boundaries will help you to distinguish which areas you need to focus. 1. Physical Boundaries Refer to personal space and physical touch. Healthy physical boundaries include an awareness of wh

The Boundaries Series - PART 1

Carmela Pollock

Jan 14, 2019
3 min

The Boundaries Series - PART 1

If you are serious about practicing self care to avoid the overwhelm, anxiety, fatigue and build confidence, the following 7 tips will help you on your journey to making an important start in those self care goals in 2019. Setting boundaries with those we love, including colleagues is an important step in stopping the energy 'drain'. 1. Know your limits Before becoming involved in a situation, know what’s acceptable to you, and what isn’t. It’s best to be as specific as possi

You Deserve To Shine - The Time Is NOW

Carmela Pollock

Nov 12, 2018
3 min

You Deserve To Shine - The Time Is NOW

Everyone deals with pain and anger in their own way. There is no right or wrong. You are a master piece evolving and changing with the ebbs and flows of the universe. Our pain points lead us to incredible learnings. You may not want to endure them at that moment, but they are yours, created by your soul to grow and experience. It is at those moments, hold yourself with love and compassion. You are coming into your rightful place of wisdom and greatness. You are the champion o

3 Useful Mindfulness Exercises

Carmela Pollock

Sep 10, 2018
2 min

3 Useful Mindfulness Exercises

Mindfulness has been defined as a moment-to-moment awareness of one's experience without judgment. This means being present in the moment, with a feeling of acceptance. Increasing one's mindfulness can result in reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression, improved concentration, and a number of interpersonal benefits. Like any skill, becoming more mindful takes practice. Use this worksheet to teach clients about several techniques they can use to practice and increase their m

The Key Ingredient To Start Your Healing Journey

Carmela Pollock

Aug 23, 2018
3 min

The Key Ingredient To Start Your Healing Journey

One of the key elements that a client needs to bring into a counselling or Reiki session is the need to accept their 'humanness', to resurrect the relationship of self through a process of self discovery. So what does this mean? As human beings we are perfectly imperfect and make mistakes in order to learn. It is in the acknowledgement and acceptance of this that positive conscious steps towards healing can take place. The third dimensional relationship of fear, neglect and a

Fly Free From Fear - My Story

Carmela Pollock

Aug 21, 2018
5 min

Fly Free From Fear - My Story

This is a short story about me. l share my vulnerabilities of living with fear in the hope it reaches someone who is struggling with theirs. What l understand is that fear is a reaction that we all feel from time to time, but for some it is a constant battle. That was me for many years. With hindsight and being a practicing Holistic Counsellor, I see fear as a clay mask that hides the truth and potentiality of a human being - the golden essence of their spirit. Removing the m

Understanding Self Esteem & Identifying The Balance

Carmela Pollock

Jul 24, 2018
3 min

Understanding Self Esteem & Identifying The Balance

We all know that self esteem sometimes referred to as self-worth or self-respect, can be an important part of success in life. Too little self-esteem can leave someone feeling depressed or defeated, they fall into destructive relationships and make bad choices because their focus is on their weaknesses or mistakes. Too much, can certainly be off-putting to others and can even damage personal relationships. Adjectives such as egotistical and narcissistic quickly come to mind.