Have you found yourself struggling to adapt and cope during COVID-19? Rest assured – you are not alone! So many people I have spoken to since “lockdown” started, expressed how initially they struggled with the lack of routine and meaning in their day, not being able to do certain things, go certain places and spend…
DetailsI am now coming to the end of my 7th full week in “lock-down”. From day one, Friday 13th March, ironic eh, I took on a new challenge, Journaling, which for so long I had been telling others to try, but I hadn’t actually taken the time to try myself, mainly because I just didn’t…
DetailsThis months post is an update on how I’ve been dealing with isolation, Covid-19 fatigue and the ‘mistakes’ I am making during this period. Last month we discussed ways of flattening the curve of our anxiety during this tricky time (https://thedmcclinic.ie/flatten-the-curve-of-your-anxiety/). What I’ve since learned is that this is easier said than done! In…
DetailsWhat happens when you “stretch” your Comfort Zone Many people that I have spoken to over the last number of weeks have expressed to me that having time out and time off has given them the opportunity to self-reflect and personally grow and develop. So, with that in mind, I bring you this month’s blog;…
DetailsIf you are like me and finding it very hard to believe that we are already in April and this is my sixth blog! I can almost taste the sun, sea and sand between my toes! I hope you all managed to be a little kinder to yourselves during the challenging times that Covid-19 and…
DetailsWhat advice would I give my 12-year self? I thought long and hard about this, more than I ever thought I would so here goes… Always be yourself and don’t let anyone else try to change you. Don’t ever accept anything less than you deserve because you would only ever be settling and…
DetailsFirstly, a quick message to everyone who has read this blog over the last year. I hope that you are okay and are finding some sources of comfort and contentment in what are extremely difficult circumstances. Everyone at The DMC Clinic wants to convey that our thoughts are with our clients, readers and friends at…
DetailsMany people may find themselves emotionally eating during this pandemic, more so than normal. I am hoping that this post might help you understand why we emotionally eat and provide tips to help you avoid eating through your emotions. Eating prompts the brain the release some happy hormones called endorphins. So, because you are…
DetailsWith coronavirus (COVID-19) dominating all the news headlines and our social media feeds, it is hard not to get caught up in all the hype, hysteria, worry and concern. At times like this it is vital to remember that taking care of your mental health is as important as looking after your physical health. Good…
DetailsThings are going along quite nicely. Your day seems to be getting a nice sense of flow, and the best way to describe life is that it is ‘in a state of calm’. But then, out of nowhere, the rug is pulled from under your feet. Something you didn’t see coming appears on the horizon…
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