Cathy Caswell, Author at The Healthy Living Plan

21 Jul 2024

How to deal with caregiver stress using Logosynthesis.

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Caring for a loved one can be one of the most rewarding experiences, but it can also be incredibly demanding and stressful. Caregiver stress is a common challenge faced by many who provide long-term care to family members or friends. The constant emotional and physical demands can lead to burnout, impacting your health and relationships. Finding ways to deal with this stress can not only offer relief, but also personal growth. One powerful model is Logosynthesis. My Personal Experience For … Read More

11 Jul 2024

What is the difference between truth and beliefs?

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Truth and Beliefs: A Logosynthesis Perspective on Health and Wellbeing In the journey of work and life, understanding the difference between truth and beliefs is crucial. This distinction becomes particularly important when viewed through the lens of Logosynthesis, a model for healing and personal development. This coaching and psychotherapeutic model emphasizes the power of words to reduce stress, feel better and unlock your potential. By recognizing and differentiating between what is true and what is merely a belief, you are … Read More

1 Jul 2024

How to shift traumatic memories using Logosynthesis.

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Traumatic events can lead to traumatic memories. A tragic accident. The sudden death of someone you love. Experiences of abuse, assault or neglect. These events often create traumatic memories that you may recognize as distressing visual images or intense sounds that occur outside of your control. Often you may ‘push it out of your mind’ and yet it can resurface out of your control and harm your health without recognizing the influence. Traumatic memories can have a profound and lasting … Read More

18 Jun 2024

How to change core beliefs using Logosynthesis.

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Understanding Core Beliefs Core beliefs are deeply held assumptions or conclusions that you have acquired about yourself, others, and the world around you. These beliefs shape your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Often, negative or limiting core beliefs can lead to stress, anxiety, and other mental health challenges. What is Logosynthesis? Logosynthesis is a psychotherapeutic and coaching model designed to guide individuals to reduce stress and unlock potential. By identifying and resolving distressing mental imagery, there is an increased sense of … Read More

9 Jun 2024

How to Stop Overreacting Using Logosynthesis.

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It is common to struggle to stop overreacting in certain situations. Automatic reactions are a normal human response, whether it’s snapping at a loved one or feeling overwhelmed by a mistake at work. At times, the situation doesn’t warrant the intensity of the response. You may be left struggling to understand what just happened. You may even create excuses for your behaviour. These disproportionate responses can strain relationships and create unnecessary stress. One powerful coaching model to address this issue … Read More

5 Jun 2024

How to support your running routines using Logosynthesis.

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Running, whether for fitness, competition, or leisure, offers a multitude of benefits, from cardiovascular health to mental clarity. However, like any physical activity, it requires that you establish routines to realize the benefits. There are many blocks that can get in the way of establish and maintain routines. “I don’t have time.” “My knee is sore.” “I’ll go tomorrow.” At times, physical limitations can get in the way. Yet it can be challenging to recognize what is a physical limitation … Read More

28 May 2024

Empower yourself for healthy living!

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You can empower yourself for healthy living! Living a healthy lifestyle goes beyond exercising, eating healthy foods and getting enough sleep. It even goes beyond engaging in meditation and yoga. New research is highlighting the role of mental imagery in emotions and old memories and limiting beliefs can keep you stuck in stressful patterns … often without even recognizing the impact. AndI in today’s fast-paced world that is loaded with stressed out people, social messaging and sensory stimulation, this mental … Read More

24 Apr 2024

Resolve stressors using Logosynthesis.

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What is a stressor? A stressor is defined as “a stimulus that causes stress”. (Merriam Webster) We often think of this stimulus as something external, such as a demanding job, an annoying boss, or our finances. These ‘stressors’ may occur routinely in our lives, creating stressful patterns that lead to anxiety, burnout and mental health issues. These stressors can also lead to reactive behaviour patterns that get in the way of our goals, often without even recognizing the impact. And … Read More

How to stope feeling anxious about work using Logosynthesis to resolve stress triggers.

1 Apr 2024

How to stop feeling anxious about work.

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Feeling anxious about work is normal. Feeling anxious about work is normal. The nature of work requires that we do tasks and work with people which may trigger stress responses. However the intensity and the frequency of this distress can really vary between individuals and depend on the specific situation. It can be easy to group everything in one big bucket called ‘anxiety’ but it is important to learn to recognize and navigate the stress triggers. And there is an … Read More

17 Mar 2024

Why am I so stressed?

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It is common to ask “Why am I so stressed?” Feeling stressed has become a common experience in today’s fast-paced and rapidly changing world. As humans, our bodies and minds react to change. Many of us find ourselves struggling with thoughts, emotions and physical sensations that do not feel comfortable. Asking ourselves “Why am I so stressed?” can lead us to think that there is something wrong with us. Actually, your body and mind may be reacting the way it … Read More

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