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What its like living with a passive aggressive partner – you will be surprised

By Andrea Harrn November 2, 2016 communication, confusion, emotional abuse, passive aggressive No Comments

When you are living with a passive aggressive partner you will not often hear the word “Sorry”. PAs find it very difficult to ever be wrong and if you dare to suggest it YOU will be sorry. Jean and Bill were having financial difficulties. Jean had been working day and night to make ends meet for the family. She was a good mum, always there for her 3 children and husband, giving her best. Bill also worked hard but not putting in the same effort and only doing what he wanted to do when it suited him. Neither had a holiday in years. Jean then finds…

My Head is a Shed

By Andrea Harrn November 6, 2014 confusion, divorce, guilt, Head is a shed, marriage problems, relationships, responsibility No Comments

My head is a shed full of old and new It needs cleaning out – I need a better view It’s hard to get rid of the rusty and old Things that are familiar keep out the cold The shed is too full – yet not full enough A lifetime of memories, possession and stuff Things that have meaning, but limited use Just stay right with me – I can’t turn them loose The shed is shaky, it needs some repair A positive flower, a breath of fresh air It’s hot and stifling and making me choke I…

Art Therapy

By Andrea Harrn July 30, 2014 Anxiety, confusion, depression, halucination, wrecking ball No Comments

The following is a guest post blog from The Innocent Lotus: There have been several periods in my life where I have needed to seek help from a professional. The most recent involved around regular visits to a wonderful lady named Andrea. Seeking therapy or counselling should never be something that one feels ashamed about. Without her ability to listen with her whole being, care, and see the big picture I wouldn’t be as grounded as I am today. Therapy can seem difficult or even impossible at the best of times. It relies on your own ability to voice your concerns and…

When your mind goes blank

By Andrea Harrn May 1, 2013 Anxiety, blank mind, confusion, depression, insomnia, sleep, stress 2 Comments

Do you find you are still tired first thing in the morning. Pressure building before you even get out of bed. You are probably have too much on your plate, feel overworked and stressed with life. You and so many other people right now. Taking on so much. Maybe not eating properly due to lack of time or inspiration. Lack of sunshine or exercise. Too many demands on you and your energy is low. Another day in the week would be good. Listen to your mind. Relax your body. If you have a to-do-list look only at the top 3…