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Hi Maxie,

I’ve left something here that might gently connect to what you’re going through.
 

We can always talk about it together in our next session if you’d like.

or you’re free to close this.
You’re always welcome whenever you’d like to come back.

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Maxie Earle

Therapist Dr. Shaw

Your safe space

Inside each box, you find something your therapist has left for you.

Maxie Earle

Therapist Dr. Shaw

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Fatou's Story

Fatou's journey into mindfulness takes us on an insightful exploration of how contemporary life affects our capacity to remain present. In this engaging video, we dive deep into the myriad distractions that characterize our fast-paced world.

The human aspect of Fatou

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What is mindfulness and how does today's world affect our presence? In this episode, we discuss how the world we live in impacts our ability to be mindfully present with ourselves and those around us. You will meet Henriette, who shares how she felt that those around her had a "consensus" of which she was not a part.

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Video

Fatou's Story

Fatou's journey into mindfulness takes us on an insightful exploration of how contemporary life affects our capacity to remain present. In this engaging video, we dive deep into the myriad distractions that characterize our fast-paced world.

The human aspect of Fatou

English

English

About

What is mindfulness and how does today's world affect our presence? In this episode, we discuss how the world we live in impacts our ability to be mindfully present with ourselves and those around us. You will meet Henriette, who shares how she felt that those around her had a "consensus" of which she was not a part.

Reflection

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What early signs and symptoms of addiction were mentioned in the video? (Think of emotions, thoughts, and behaviors)

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Through what mechanisms did people start using substances? (Describe causes and functionality)

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Based on the video, how do substances impact those with underlying mental health problems differently than others?

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What did you learn from the expert about individuals with addiction? (Use keywords or describe one in depth)

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What is the function of substance use? (Think of its initial benefits)

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How were the experts' insights connected to the interviewees’ stories? (Think of emotions, thoughts, and behaviors)

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What stages of change did the expert outline?

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How can one move between stages of change? (Think of obstacles, setbacks, and steps forward)

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Do you relate to the challenge of addiction described in this video? If yes, how? (Describe briefly an example from your life)

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What early symptoms of addiction mentioned in the video have you experienced? (Describe them and their impact briefly)

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Which emotions, thoughts, and behaviors do you find the most challenging to manage? (Describe what makes them difficult - E.g., reasons, environment, anticipated consequences)

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What have you learned for your own experiences through the experts' insights? (Think of emotions, thoughts, and behaviors)

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What experience do you have in each stage of change? (Think of both positive and negative experiences)

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What obstacles can you encounter during stages of change? (Describe some of them briefly or use keywords)

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Reflect on the lived experiences shared

What were the challenges presented in the video? (Describe the common background of the individuals and the origins of the challenges)

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Reflect on the lived experiences shared

The Human Aspect of 

Breaking out of Addiction

We all face emotions and situations where we just want to escape and not feel. At least for a while, we can recharge before we return to our lives and try to cope. This is where addiction can get a hold of us, as it usually creeps up on us. Learn from people that have broken out of different types of addiction, and hear insights from Consultant Clinical Psychologist Anne Crawford-Docherty. Together they take you through the different aspects of addiction, sharing experiences from their own lives when their addiction controlled them. Hear why many of us use different substances to escape our emotions or challenges in life through their real experiences. See what moments made them re-evaluate if the positives of their escape outweighed the costs of their addiction. Anne shares the model called “the stages of change”, and the different people share how they managed to break out of their addiction, to create the new lives they wanted. Hear what they learned from the whole process and what they wish they knew when they still felt the need to escape life. This is a good introduction that can help you take steps to overcome your addiction or how to support another person on their recovery journey.

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