Monday Motivation: Self-Validation

Monday Motivation

This week's Monday Motivation is all about self-validation.

The poster below notes some ways in which we can each validate ourselves and show ourselves a wee bit more compassion and patience.

If you need some support with self-validation or anything else that's on your mind or that's making life difficult or painful, feel free to get in touch to find our how we can support you. Our psychotherapists, counsellors and dietitians are warm, supportive, encouraging and go at your pace. They are here to listen and support you and help you to work on what's important to you.

Our contact details are in the comments below. We look forward to hearing from you.

Best wishes,

Talking EDs: Eating Disorder Support Service Scotland
Glasgow Anxiety and Depression Counselling Service (GADS)
Glasgow Therapy Rooms
Scotland Anxiety and Depression Counselling Service (SADS)

Part of M.H. Well (Psychotherapy - Counselling - Consultancy - Training - Supervision)

CONTACT

www.eatingdisorderscotland.co.uk
www.glasgowanxietydepression.co.uk
www.glasgowtherapyrooms

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