Therapy Natters

Send us a textThis week Richard and Fiona discuss the concept of modelling, the process of admiring positive traits in others, and how these can inspire personal change. Join our Evolve to Thrive programmeWhatsapp usSubmit a question Follow us on Facebook or Instagram The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksBluesky X Insta Facbook Youtube TikTok ThreadsListen to Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Send us a textJoin Richard Nicholls and Fiona Biddle as they discuss perfectionism, from its different types to its consequences.Join our Evolve to Thrive programmeWhatsapp usSubmit a question Follow us on Facebook or Instagram The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksBluesky X Insta Facbook Youtube TikTok ThreadsListen to Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Send us a textThis week Richard & Fiona are nattering about cognitive dissonance, its implications, and how to manage it.Join our Evolve to Thrive programmeWhatsapp usSubmit a question Follow us on Facebook or Instagram The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksBluesky X Insta Facbook Youtube TikTok ThreadsListen to Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Send us a textIn this episode, Richard & Fiona discuss the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone, overcoming anxiety, and taking actionable steps to achieve personal growth.Join our Evolve to Thrive programmeWhatsapp usSubmit a question Follow us on Facebook or Instagram The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksBluesky X Insta Facbook Youtube TikTok ThreadsListen to Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Send us a textThis week, Richard and Fiona discuss the complexities of making big decisions, and explore how to weigh pros and cons effectively to find clarity.Join our Evolve to Thrive programmeWhatsapp usSubmit a question Follow us on Facebook or Instagram The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksBluesky X Insta Facbook Youtube TikTok ThreadsListen to Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Send us a textThis week Richard & Fiona are looking at how early life experiences shape our adulthood.Join our Evolve to Thrive programmeWhatsapp usSubmit a question Follow us on Facebook or Instagram The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksBluesky X Insta Facbook Youtube TikTok ThreadsListen to Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Send us a textThis week, Richard & Fiona discuss the concept of the 'stroke economy' in Transactional Analysis, including the importance of social recognition, how strokes are exchanged in everyday interactions, and the impact of different types of strokes on individuals. Join our Evolve to Thrive programmeWhatsapp usSubmit a question Follow us on Facebook or Instagram The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksBluesky X Insta Facbook Youtube TikTok ThreadsListen to Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Send us a textIn this episode of Therapy Natters, Richard & Fiona are exploring the interplay between safety and happiness, and the importance of confronting and understanding the messages from our inner voice.Join our Evolve to Thrive programmeWhatsapp usSubmit a question Follow us on Facebook or Instagram The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksBluesky X Insta Facbook Youtube TikTok ThreadsListen to Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Send us a textLapses, relapses, and interferences. These are all forms of setbacks that need strategies for handling effectively.So, this week that's what we're nattering about.Join our Evolve to Thrive programmeWhatsapp usSubmit a question Follow us on Facebook or Instagram The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksBluesky X Insta Facbook Youtube TikTok ThreadsListen to Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Send us a textThis week on Therapy Natters, Richard & Fiona delve into the concept of inner child needs, time structuring from Transactional Analysis, and the importance of intimacy and connection in personal development.Join our Evolve to Thrive programmeWhatsapp usSubmit a question Follow us on Facebook or Instagram The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksBluesky X Insta Facbook Youtube TikTok ThreadsListen to Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Send us a textThis week, Richard & Fiona discuss the importance of discipline and consistency in achieving personal and professional goals, along with tips to maintain habits and overcome cognitive biases.Join our Evolve to Thrive programmeWhatsapp usSubmit a question Follow us on Facebook or Instagram The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksBluesky X Insta Facbook Youtube TikTok ThreadsListen to Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Send us a textNot all habits are bad, sometimes a habit can be a good thing.So this week Richard and Fiona have a little natter about how we can make that happen.Join our Evolve to Thrive programmeWhatsapp usSubmit a question Follow us on Facebook or Instagram The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksBluesky X Insta Facbook Youtube TikTok ThreadsListen to Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Send us a textIn this weeks episode of 'Therapy Natters', Richard & Fiona are discussing various strategies for managing overwhelm, and the importance of finding what works for you without a universal guidebook.Join our Evolve to Thrive programmeWhatsapp usSubmit a question Follow us on Facebook or Instagram The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksBluesky X Insta Facbook Youtube TikTok ThreadsListen to Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Send us a textIn this episode Richard & Fiona discuss the challenges of procrastination and the importance of tackling daunting tasks head-on, using insights from Brian Tracy's book 'Eat That Frog'.Along the way, they share some personal anecdotes and delve into how therapists manage their myriad responsibilities.Join our Evolve to Thrive programmeWhatsapp usSubmit a question Follow us on Facebook or Instagram The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksBluesky X Insta Facbook Youtube TikTok ThreadsListen to Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Send us a textThis week Richard & Fiona explore the complexities of navigating happiness in a turbulent world, managing feelings for a therapist, and grappling with love and guilt after loss in a Q&A episode.Join our Evolve to Thrive programmeWhatsapp usSubmit a question Follow us on Facebook or Instagram The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksBluesky X Insta Facbook Youtube TikTok ThreadsListen to Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Send us a textThis week on Therapy Natters, Richard & Fiona delve into various strategies for effective time management, the importance of setting daily goals, and the impact of language.Join our Evolve to Thrive programmeWhatsapp usSubmit a question Follow us on Facebook or Instagram The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksBluesky X Insta Facbook Youtube TikTok ThreadsListen to Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Send us a textIn this episode of Therapy Natters, Richard & Fiona take a deep dive into the art of getting things done, without losing your mind in the process!From forgotten tax returns to browser tabs that double as to-do lists, they explore why our brains struggle with managing multiple projects and how to regain control.Join our Evolve to Thrive programmeWhatsapp usSubmit a question Follow us on Facebook or Instagram The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksBluesky X Insta Facbook Youtube TikTok ThreadsListen to Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Send us a textSome goals are difficult to measure, so this week Richard & Fiona see if we are able to turn vague aspirations into specific, measurable actions.Join our Evolve to Thrive programmeWhatsapp usSubmit a question Follow us on Facebook or Instagram The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksBluesky X Insta Facbook Youtube TikTok ThreadsListen to Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Send us a textIn this week's episode of Therapy Natters, Richard & Fiona explore the benefits of thinking really big when setting personal goals, even if those goals seem unrealistic at first.Join our Evolve to Thrive programmeWhatsapp usSubmit a question Follow us on Facebook or Instagram The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksBluesky X Insta Facbook Youtube TikTok ThreadsListen to Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Send us a textIn this week's episode of Therapy Natters, Richard & Fiona dive into the intriguing concept of wonder. What it means, why it matters, and how it ties into our search for meaning in life.Join our Evolve to Thrive programmeWhatsapp usSubmit a question Follow us on Facebook or Instagram The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksBluesky X Insta Facbook Youtube TikTok ThreadsListen to Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Send us a textThis week on Therapy Natters we discuss the importance of tailoring personal development and therapy to individual needs, the value of understanding different perspectives, and the role of mental strength. Join our Evolve to Thrive programmeWhatsapp usSubmit a question Follow us on Facebook or Instagram The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksBluesky X Insta Facbook Youtube TikTok ThreadsListen to Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Send us a textIs Richard too old for a mosh pit?Can Fiona ever win a game of Bridge?All these questions and more in this week's Therapy Natters.LinksJoin our Evolve to Thrive programmeWhatsapp usSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksBluesky X Insta Facbook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Send us a textIt's season 2 time!Richard & Fiona are back after a break, with an episode about the importance of using your values to get to know yourself.If you're part of their Evolve to Thrive programme many of the episodes in this season of Therapy Natters will support your journey nicely.LinksJoin our Evolve to Thrive programmeWhatsapp usSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

This week Richard & Fiona natter with Psychotherapist Alan Patching about how to have healing and helpful conversations with people who may not even be around anymore.Contact Alan: alanpatching@me.comLinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

It's Valentine's Day!The perfect time for Richard & Fiona to explore the psychological side of love.LinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Almost half of the UK population consider themselves religious to some degree, whether that means they're a churchgoer or simply believe in a god.This week we chat with Kathy Spooner, CEO of The Association Of Christians in Counselling and Linked Professions, to explore how faith can play a part in our therapy.Contact Kathy at counselling@acc-uk.orgLinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

In this week's episode of Therapy Natters, psychotherapists Richard Nicholls and Fiona Biddle dive deep into the concept of learned helplessness and attributions. They discuss how various facets such as ability, effort, task difficulty and luck contribute to the perception of success or failure in tasks. They also highlight how people attribute their failures or shortcomings to different factors, thereby developing patterns of learned helplessness.LinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

This week Richard & Fiona are nattering with Art Psychotherapist Lyni Sargent about the therapeutic  benefits of making Art.https://www.instagram.com/starleng/LinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

In this episode of Therapy Natters, join Richard & Fiona as they explore the influential psychological theory of OCEAN – the Big Five Personality Traits of Openness, Conscientiousness, Extroversion, Agreeableness, and Neuroticism – to gain insights into the complexities of what it is to be human!https://uk.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/big-five-personality-traitshttps://openpsychometrics.org/printable/big-five-personality-test.pdfLinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

In this episode, hosts Richard Nicholls and Fiona Biddle speak with Dr. Rebecca Berman, a pain consultant with the NHS, to help explain the influence of perception and emotion on pain, the potential impacts of psychological trauma on pain experience, and techniques for managing pain.LinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

In this week's episode Richard Nicholls and Fiona Biddle explore the complex emotions of guilt and shame.LinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

This week Richard & Fiona have a returning guest, Sharon Mustard, to talk with them about how our psychology can easily get in the way of a better birthing experience.https://www.easibirthing.comLinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

In this week's episode of Therapy Natters, Richard and Fiona dive deep into the topic of narcissism, specifically Narcissistic Personality Disorder, to distinguish between that and simply high self-esteem and assertiveness.LinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

In this episode, Richard & Fiona are joined by hypno-psychotherapist Carlie Fairbrother to discuss food relationships, body image, and intuitive eating.https://cheshiretherapyroom.com/LinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

This week Richard & Fiona talk all about Cognitive Distortions, the thinking traps that we all fall into that can so easily spoil our lives or at best hold us back.LinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

In this week's episode of the Therapy Natters podcast, Richard & Fiona engage in a thought-provoking dialogue with special guest Zayna Brookhouse, a specialist in equality, diversity, and inclusion. The conversation spans a wide range of topics from the fluidity of gender and sexuality, the evolution of sociocultural norms, to the importance of open-mindedness and embracing difference.This episode is an essential listen for anyone interested in broadening their understanding of diversity and the modes of engaging respectfully and empathetically with others in our diverse world.https://zayna.netLinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

In this episode of Therapy Natters, psychotherapists Richard Nicholls and Fiona Biddle discuss the concept of attachment theory. They explore how our early experiences with caregivers can shape our interactions and reactions as adults, whether it be in friendships, relationships, or even why we follow a football team.00:00 Introduction01:50 The Role of Therapists and Client-Centred Therapy03:14 The Power of Self-Directed Therapy03:37 The Therapist's Role in Difficult Situations05:54 Understanding Emotions and Feelings06:39 Unlabeled Feelings and Childhood Experiences09:37 Introduction to Attachment Theory11:38 Exploring the Origins of Attachment Theory17:03 Understanding Attachment Styles19:01 Understanding Secure Attachment19:17 Transition from Secure to Insecure Attachment21:13 Recognising Insecure Attachment Styles21:24 Exploring the Three Types of Insecure Attachment22:39 Impact of Parenting Styles on Attachment24:13 Understanding the Fearful Avoidant Attachment Style31:01 Implications of Understanding Your Attachment Style31:46 The Role of Attachment in Social and Cultural Affiliations33:14 The Role of Attachment in Relationships35:56 Reflecting on Personal Attachment Styles37:06 Closing ThoughtsLinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

It's guest week.Richard & Fiona have an old friend Bill Hard to join them this week to talk about his Buddhist experiences.https://www.dayandnighttherapy.com/bill-hard/You can also find more about Bill's and other's work at the Monroe Institute in their app https://info.monroeinstitute.org/get-expand-appLinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

This week we're answering a listener question about what being a full-time therapist is actually like.The pros, the cons and everything in-between.LinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

This week Richard and Fiona are joined by psychotherapist Shaun Brookhouse to natter about the complexity of forgiveness, its relation to accountability, repentance and the concept of accepting imperfections.shaunbrookhouse.comLinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

The psychiatrist Iain McGilcrist published a book back in 2009 called The Master and His Emissary all about what our left brain and right brain really do.Because it's quite complicated Fiona thought it would be nice to try and make it understandable for all of us, and to see how it explains why hypnotherapy can be so useful.https://www.ted.com/talks/iain_mcgilchrist_the_divided_brainSubscribe to Richard's newsletter for even more free hypnotherapy tracksLinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

We have another guest this week, Jan McGregor Hepburn, a psychoanalytic psychotherapist, who joins us to talk about psychoanalysis and its principles. We discuss the differences between various types of therapy, the role of the unconscious mind, and the practice of analysis.Jan McGregor Hepburn LinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

This week it's all about Apathy. That feeling where you have no interest and no energy for one reason or another.Let's have a little look shall we?LinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

It's guest week on Therapy Natters. And this week Richard & Fiona are nattering with family, systemic & couples therapist Inger Gordon.https://www.psychotherapy.org.uk/therapist/Inger-Gordon-iAieSAASLinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

This week Richard & Fiona are nattering in response to a listener question about anxiety and test conditions.LinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

This week Richard & Fiona are chatting with the author, consultant and human rights campaigner Julian Harrison about what it's like being in therapy.https://julianharrison.wordpress.com LinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

This week Richard & Fiona have a natter about the concept of "Ego States" in Transactional Analysis. The idea being that we can break our personality down into 3 different states of Parent Adult and Child.LinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Autism is a highly misunderstood condition, probably due to autistic people's varied strengths and weaknesses.So this week Richard & Fiona are chatting with therapist Paula Stone, who works as an advisor in schools helping people with neurodivergent traits to understand more about why they feel the way that they feel.https://www.meadowsweetholistichealth.co.uk/LinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

This week Richard & Fiona answer a listener question about staying motivated when job hunting.LinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Richard & Fiona are joined this week by Psychotherapist David Corr.David is very interested in Internal Family Systems as well as Parts Therapy, and how they integrate so well together in the therapy room.http://davidcorr.co.ukLinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls

Making decisions can be hard especially when our emotions get in the way. Back in the early 1980s Maltese psychologist Edward de Bono, inventor of the phrase "Lateral Thinking" proposed an idea to help streamline our decision-making.He called them The 6 Thinking Hats. Blue Hat: "The Controller's Hat"When you are in blue hat mode, you focus on controlling your thinking and managing the decision-making process. You have an agenda, ask for summaries, and reach conclusions.White Hat: "The Information Hat"The white hat represents information gathering. Think about the knowledge and insights that you've collected already – but also the information you're missing, and where you can go to get it.Red Hat: "The Emotional Hat"This hat represents feelings and instincts. When you're engaged in this type of thinking, you can express your feelings without having to justify them logically.Black Hat: "The Be Careful Hat"This hat is about being cautious and assessing risks. You employ critical judgment and explain exactly why you have concerns, without emotion!Yellow Hat: "The Optimist's Hat"With yellow-hat thinking, you look at issues in the most positive light possible. You highlight the benefits and the added value that could come from your ideas.Green Hat: "The Creative Hat"The green hat represents creative thinking. When you're "wearing" this hat, you explore a range of ideas and possible ways to make things happen.LinksSubmit a question The Richard Nicholls PodcastThe Brookhouse Hypnotherapy Group YouTube ChannelRichard's Social Media LinksTwitter Instagram Facebook Youtube TikTok ThreadsSupport Richard on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/richardnicholls