consumerism, mental health, mindfulness, recovery, relationships, resilience, self-care, societal norms, therapy, treat culture, wellness

Understanding Treat Culture: Insights from a Therapist’s Perspective

The term “treat culture” has become increasingly prevalent, reflecting a societal phenomenon where indulgence in treats, comforts, and instant gratification is widespread. Treat culture permeates various aspects of modern life, from binge-watching television shows to indulging in sugary snacks.  As therapists, understanding the implications of treat culture is crucial, as it influences individuals’ mental and ...

Viena Abdon

A woman eating ice cream.

Practicing Mindfulness: It’s Not as Hard as You Think

When you practice mindfulness, you are practicing the art of creating space for yourself: freedom to think, room to breathe, and distance between yourself and your reactions. It is a state that can be developed through practice. It’s not static, nor are some people “born more mindful” than others. It involves awareness and impartiality about ...

Katrina Hicks

Young smiling attractive woman making the Namaste gesture, practicing yoga.

Long Lost Twins: Therapy and Stand-Up Comedy

Queens Park is a hidden gem of a spot nearby to Kensal Rise. I recently visited there for the first time in a long time for the purposes of a creative project. This is where it occurred to me that stand-up comedy and therapy are indeed long-lost twins. Despite having been there numerous times, I ...

Danny Walsh

Laurel and Hardy.

Music Therapy

Music therapy has developed into a modern science, but it was first developed in China. The Chinese have searched for the secrets of the universe’s melody and rhythm for millennia. Music therapy is part of Chinese medicine, and the two have an interwoven, continuous relationship. Music, the theory of yin and yang, and the five ...

Nspirement Staff