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10 Oct 2025

Mental Health in Times of Crisis

by Cathy Caswell | 0

Going Beyond the Brain to Support the Whole Human October 10th is World Mental Health Day, and this year’s theme is “Access to Services—Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies.” It’s an important reminder that when disasters strike—whether war, natural disaster, or personal crisis—mental health support is just as essential as food, shelter, and physical care. And yet, when we speak of mental health, the meaning often gets blurred. Many people equate mental with the head—thinking, brain chemistry, or cognitive strategies. … Read More

22 Sep 2025

10 Hidden Beliefs That Keep You Stuck in Stress

by Cathy Caswell | 0

Are you feeling stuck in stress? We often think stress comes from deadlines, conflicts, or the never-ending to-do list. These events may trigger underlying stressors—patterns rooted in memories and beliefs. This helps explain why we all react differently in similar situations. We now know that we can identify and shift these underlying stressors to relieve old patterns of reaction. If this feels unfamiliar or confusing, that’s completely normal—most of us have been taught to look only at the world around … Read More

12 Sep 2025

Fear and Peace in a Changing World

by Cathy Caswell | 0

Fear is reactive. We often hear the phrase “fear is power.” It shows up everywhere—politics, business, even personal relationships. The idea is simple: if you make people afraid—of failure, loss, or conflict—you can influence what they do. On the surface, it seems effective. Fear drives action. Fear produces results. But here’s the truth: fear is a short-term lever. It may get compliance, but it doesn’t build trust, creativity, or resilience. It traps energy in reactive loops, keeps people tense, and … Read More

Calm MRI Claustrophobia using Logosynthesis

18 Jul 2025

MRI Claustrophobia: Using Logosynthesis® to Aid Success

by Cathy Caswell | 0

MRI Claustrophobia is Stressful and Limiting. For many people, the thought of entering an MRI machine triggers more than mild discomfort—it causes full-blown panic. The narrow tunnel, the loud thumping noises, and the enforced stillness can evoke sensations of being trapped, helpless, or overwhelmed. Despite knowing the scan is important, some patients find themselves unable to go through with it—again and again. Medical imaging professionals often see patients cancel, reschedule, or attempt scans multiple times before succeeding—if they ever do. … Read More

Food Noise Calming the Chatter Naturally

8 Jul 2025

Food Noise? Calming the Mental Chatter Around Food—Naturally.

by Cathy Caswell | 0

Food noise, often linked to involuntary mental imagery, can be stressful and affect your health. But you don’t need to stay stuck! In this article, I’ll explore some common questions. What is food noise? Why do I struggle with it? And importantly how can I calm it naturally? What is food noise? There’s no official definition for food noise yet. However, it does capture some important factors that can cause you to struggle in your relationship with food: Why do … Read More

Not Enough - Limiting Beliefs The Healthy Living Plan® Logosynthesis®

28 Jun 2025

Not Enough? Releasing Beliefs To Unlock Your Potential

by Cathy Caswell | 0

Beliefs about “not enough”. Beliefs such as “I’m not smart enough” or “I’m not rich enough” may sound familiar—and they’re more common than most of us realize. Despite your achievements, there can still be an inner voice that whispers these lines at the worst possible moment. Despite what others see, you may be stuck in a belief that blocks your ability to enjoy life in the moment. There is always a need to do more and achieve more. It’s frustrating … Read More

2 Apr 2025

Step into calm: Why resolving stress comes before taking action.

by Cathy Caswell | 0

In this turbulent world, the pressure to step into action can feel intense. Under stress, you default to automatic reactions—fight, flight, or freeze. While this is natural, it limits creativity and narrows your ability to see alternatives. When stress triggers fight, flight, or freeze responses, the ability to take meaningful action can be blocked. Instead of pushing through stress and stepping into your fears, what if the key is to step into calm first? The Urge to Act Under Stress … Read More

19 Mar 2025

Politics as War: How Political Stress Affects Work & Life.

by Cathy Caswell | 0

Political stress is engaging … but at a cost. In today’s environment of change and uncertainty, it’s normal to feel anxiety and tension. And often this tension becomes more about winning and losing than solving problems or creating solutions. It’s easy to get caught up in what “could” or “should” happen and the language of battle: “fighting,” “defeating,” and “taking down the opposition.” This framing of politics as war doesn’t just affect the political landscape. It can control your personal … Read More

11 Mar 2025

How to resolve conflict using Logosynthesis®

by Cathy Caswell | 0

Transforming Conflict into Creative Solutions with Logosynthesis Conflict is a natural part of life. Differences in perspectives, goals, and values can create tension — at work, at home, and in personal relationships. When handled well, conflict can lead to new insights and creative solutions. But when stress reactions take over, conflict can quickly spiral into defensiveness, misunderstanding, and poor results. Stress from conflict can disrupt sleep, increase anxiety and anger, block opportunities, and even lead to chronic health issues. Learning … Read More

4 Mar 2025

From “Elbows Up” to “Grounded Action” using Logosynthesis

by Cathy Caswell | 0

Humans React to Change We all know the feeling—when life throws challenges our way, our instinct is often to brace ourselves, dig in, and fight through it. It can be counterintuitive to take a deep breath, allowing for grounded action. In competitive work environments, high-pressure situations, or even personal struggles, it is instinctual to adopt an ‘elbows up’ approach. We push, defend, and resist, believing that if we just try harder, we will come out on top. But what if … Read More