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Change is not just for the New Year

FINDING CHANGE, PROGRESS, TRANSITIONS AND/OR RECOVERY TRICKY?

 
Well, that's because it is. 
 
And, while many make new years resolutions at this time of year - resolutions that will initiate some change of some sort - change is not reserved for the new year. We make make beneficial and helpful changes in our lives at any times - it doesn't have to be at the new year or on a Monday morning. The time to start is NOW!
 
Do you want change to happen, but maybe, at the same time, you don't want anything to change? Maybe change seems daunting or scary. Perhaps you feel ambivalent about change?
As many of you will know, change can be frightening, daunting and something we might want and not want at the same time.
 
This is natural and understandable; after all, you the problem or concern you are struggling with (e.g. eating disorder, anxiety, worry, stress, low mood, etc.) has 'helped' you in some way, albeit in an unhealthy and unhelpful way. It's probably become your safety net, safe haven, comfort blanket; so to change can be anxiety-provoking and scary.
 
Change is necessary though, in small steps, at YOUR pace (not someone else's) and with small changes that are challenging but not so challenging they provoke extreme anxiety - a small amount of anxiety is fine, even helpful to some extent, and you will cope with that feeling of anxiety.
 
It's important to prepare for change though first before actually initiating change. There are many ways of doing this. A simple exercise to start with is just noting down the pros and cons of change and pros and cons of no change. It can be such a helpful little exercise to do!
How ready for change do you think you are? If you're ready for change, get in touch to find out how we can support you with making and achieving the steps you need to make towards beneficial change and improving your quality of like. We offer a range of in-person (Glasgow city centre) and online psychotherapy, counselling, coaching and dietitian/nutrition services. Online services can be accessed by anyone across the UK and many of our clients travel to Glasgow to access appointments. 
 
So, if you need some extra support, need someone to talk to, want to explore some things in therapy or want some support and encouragement towards making those changes, we are here to help. Feel free to get in touch. Our contact details are below. We look forward to hearing from you. 
 
Best wshes,
 
Talking EDs: Eating Disorders Support Service Scotland
Glasgow Anxiety and Depression Counselling Service (GADS)
Scotland Anxiety and Depression Counselling Service (SADS)
Glasgow Therapy Rooms
M.H. Well

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



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