When Poppy, a healthy, happy child started experiencing obsessive thoughts and anxiety seemingly overnight, her parents were confused and worried. There was another minor change in her behaviour too – a constant clearing of her throat. None of it made sense to Poppy’s parents. They wanted to help, but couldn’t...
How to pause and focus on deep breathing
When you feel anxious or your mind spirals into thoughts about the future or the past, your body automatically activates your sympathetic nervous system to prepare you to fight or flee. In short bursts and where warranted (if you’re facing an impending deadline, for example) your fight-or-flight response serves a...
The link between your emotions, your body and pain
Your emotions and bodily experiences are intimately connected. Pain expert and osteopath, IMI Osteopath shares how you can manage physical pain related to your emotions.