We all have the tendency to think in unhelpful ways.  Sometimes these unhelpful thought patterns can become habitual, catching us in a web of distress.  Have a look at the Unhelpful Thinking Toolkit to see how you might address these http://www.exploretransform.com/unhelpful-thinking-patterns.html
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Chris Warren-Dickins BACP Registered Counsellor
E:  chris@exploretransform.com
T:  07816681154
W: www.exploretransform.com
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The Mindfulness Toolkit contains some quick, easy to use tips on approaching issues in a mindful way.  Mindfulness has been used with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, phobias and addiction.  http://www.exploretransform.com/mindfulness.html  

​Chris Warren-Dickins BACP Registered Counsellor
E:  chris@exploretransform.com
T:  07816681154
W: www.exploretransform.com
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We all get angry.  Anger is an emotion as acceptable as any other, and yet for some their anger has become a problem.  So at what point is the expression of an emotion a problem that needs to be managed?  http://www.exploretransform.com/anger-management.html

Chris Warren-Dickins BACP Registered Counsellor
E:  chris@exploretransform.com
T:  07816681154
W: www.exploretransform.com
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If a relationship is causing you difficulty, whether that is a relationship with a loved one, a friend, or a family member, have a look at my Relationships Toolkit.  

​http://www.exploretransform.com/relationships.html
Chris Warren-Dickins BACP Registered Counsellor
E:  chris@exploretransform.com
T:  07816681154
W: www.exploretransform.com

Work issues are often inescapable, and changing jobs is not always an option.  Arm yourself with my Work Issues Toolkit, a set of quick, easy to use tips to transform your perspective of a working environment http://www.exploretransform.com/work-issues.html
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Chris Warren-Dickins BACP Registered Counsellor
E:  chris@exploretransform.com
T:  07816681154
W: www.exploretransform.com
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Families can be a safe haven or a trap.  If you are finding it difficult to manage issues that arise in your family, have a look at the Families Issues Toolkit.  http://www.exploretransform.com/family-issues.html  
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Chris Warren-Dickins BACP Registered Counsellor
E:  chris@exploretransform.com
T:  07816681154
W: www.exploretransform.com
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You cannot change much without acceptance.  The more you try to push things away, the more power you give to the very thing you wish to change.  

Mindfulness can help you to work through your difficulties by becoming aware of the present and accepting it.  This includes becoming aware of, and accepting, your thoughts, feelings and bodily sensations.

To anchor yourself in the moment, here are two quick tips:

1. Ask yourself ‘What is happening right now?’  Simply become aware of your thoughts, your feelings, and your bodily sensations.  Do not try to change anything, but simply become aware of these things.  

2.  Focus on your breathing:  Your mind will wander.  Let it.  You may feel angry, frustrated, or irritated.  So be it.  Simply remain aware of all of this, and return your attention back to the present moment by focusing on your breathing.  Notice the in-breath, and then the out-breath.  Do not try to change anything.  Just maintain a focus on your breathing.

I hope you find this useful.  Do let me know what you think.
 
This is part of the Mindfulness Toolkit, and more of this can be found here:  http://www.exploretransform.com/mindfulness.html
 
Chris Warren-Dickins BACP Registered Counsellor
E:  chris@exploretransform.com
T:  07816681154
W:  www.exploretransform.com
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