Michael PhilpJul 11, 20192 min readLazy or Afraid?It's a common phrase I hear from a client when reviewing their homework. "I'm just lazy I suppose" as a reason for not completing some...
Michael PhilpJun 6, 20192 min readEveryone thinks I'm awkward"I'm so awkward, I don't know what to say"....."Everyone will think I'm boring"..... "They'll think I'm stupid". And on it goes. The...
Michael PhilpApr 11, 20192 min readWho are you comparing to?We are really good at ranking, sorting, and comparing things in our lives. What's the best school? What's the best dance studio for my...
Michael PhilpMar 5, 20192 min readWhat old messages are you holding on to?All of us have core beliefs. Core beliefs are developed early in life, from our interactions with significant others and shape our world...
Michael PhilpNov 19, 20174 min readWhy accepting compliments is hardAre you one of those people that find it hard to accept compliments? Do you feel awkward when a friend tells you something they like...
Michael PhilpApr 17, 20173 min readThe importance of emotional language for childrenFor quite some time in my practice as a Clinical Psychologist, I've observed how some children, as well as adults, seemed to have...