The Fountain Therapy Trust
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Dethroning loneliness will take a generation
There was a time when loneliness – a state of being without companions – was an experience mostly associated with older generations. Yet, its impact is spreading. So much so, its roots are now taking hold of Gen Z. New research by The King’s Trust reveals that more than a third of young people (35%) […]
Playtime – a necessary pastime at any age
When was the last time you set yourself free from rules and used your imagination, did away with logic and reason, and let yourself dream? Seeing my mother’s delight upon opening a botanical-themed Lego set I’d bought for her birthday reminded me of the importance of play for adults, and how rarely I invite it […]
How to support your mental health on social media
‘If only experts would come up with an appropriate name for that feeling you experience after mindlessly scrolling on social media’, I wondered while navigating online sale shopping, trying to complete today’s Wordle and keeping up with the latest TikTok trend. Apparently they have. ‘Brain rot’ was dubbed 2024’s word of the year by Oxford […]
Using boundaries to create better relationships
Having recently been on holiday and re-discovered there’s more to Monday mornings than team meetings, I returned refreshed and swore blind I wouldn’t settle back into bad habits. Instead, I’d find ways to complete my duties without dutifully going without. Before my break I was showing up to work in body, but my mind was […]
Christmas is for children – are you one of them?
It’s a cold winter’s evening, the streets are filled with sparkling lights and the shops are stacked with gifts. The season of giving is here and something’s stirring within me – but it’s not a good feeling. In fact, my finger tips are trembling, my lips are quivering and I feel tense. A silent ‘Hulk’ […]
Considering the Assisted Dying Bill with compassion
It’s clear that the assisted dying bill is a deeply sensitive and complex topic that deserves our utmost compassion and understanding. Our role as therapists is to offer a safe and supportive space for individuals to explore their feelings and concerns without judgement or bias. When approaching the assisted dying bill from a therapeutic perspective, […]
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