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Navigating the Unknown: How to Cope with Uncertainty
There’s something about not knowing that rattles us. We like to know what’s coming our way so we can prepare. How do we handle uncertainty?
Michael Philp
Nov 5, 20243 min read
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The Comparison Trap
Our brains are wired for survival, and comparison is one way we gather information to feel safe.
Michael Philp
Oct 21, 20243 min read
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Understanding and Overcoming the Fear of Failure: A Guide to Managing Discomfort and Thriving
In this blog, we will unpack what Fear of Failure actually means, it's origins, and a road-map to moving beyond this fear and living life
Michael Philp
Aug 8, 20243 min read
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Dropping the Struggle with Anxiety
Anxiety is one of these weird things that the more we try to get rid of it, the more problems it causes. Let me explain what I mean by this.
Michael Philp
Jul 24, 20244 min read
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Navigating Anxiety: Beyond the arcade of avoidance
Anxiety can be unpleasant.
Picture this: just like those moles in the game, anxiety symptoms tend to pop up, demanding our attention.
Michael Philp
Sep 7, 20233 min read
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Can we actually control our thoughts?
Our society encourages us to get rid of unpleasant thoughts and feelings through messaging in social media and our cultural norms.
Michael Philp
Dec 8, 20223 min read
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The Goldilocks Zone and Perfectionism
In the classic fable, Goldilocks (while causing havoc for the bears) chooses the "just right" amount of heat for her porridge and...
Michael Philp
Jun 28, 20224 min read
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Going to therapy is hard (but worth it) Part II
Back in 2018 I wrote a blog on why going to therapy is hard (you can read that one here) because of all the unknowns of attending...
Michael Philp
Feb 16, 20223 min read
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Risk it to get the Biscuit
Many years ago, when all my dreams of what I wanted to be when I grew up was to be a professional athlete of some description, I was...
Michael Philp
Feb 3, 20223 min read
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Buy now pay later
Avoidance of anxiety and discomfort is the high interest loan you don't want to take.
Michael Philp
Aug 24, 20214 min read
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I'm an imposter
You might have heard of "imposter syndrome" - the persistent fear that you will be exposed for being a fraud. People usually experience...
Michael Philp
Dec 16, 20203 min read
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How people-pleasing might be a sign of low self-worth
Someone with low self-worth - deep seated beliefs of not being good enough, look for validation from others to avoid anxiety
Michael Philp
Sep 24, 20202 min read
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