If you’ve ever wondered how to break old habits or approach yourself with more kindness, this article explores Gabor Maté’s 5 R’s - five steps that help you reframe, refocus and recreate your life with greater self-awareness.

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Have you ever found yourself saying “yes” when every part of you wanted to say “no”? Maybe you go out of your way to keep everyone around you happy, even if it leaves you exhausted, resentful, or quietly disappointed in yourself. On the surface, people pleasing can look like kindness, flexibility, or being a “good person.” But is it really a blessing, or can it become a quiet curse in your everyday life?

Your anxieties and fears around starting counselling are completely normal, and totally understandable. They are also manageable and — if you’re willing — pretty easy to overcome with the right counsellor.