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Reflections To Calm Your Mind & Enrich Your Life — Part 1/2
Here are five gentle reminders to help you step out of that loop and move through life with more ease.

Stefan Jurgens
Sep 113 min read


Your Brain Believes What You Tell It: How Self-Talk Shapes Your Mental Health
Learn how intentional self-talk rewires your brain through neuroplasticity. Practical reframing and emotional awareness reduce stress, build resilience, and improve lasting well-being ... one kinder thought at a time.

Stefan Jurgens
Aug 252 min read


It’s OK To Feel Tired: Your Exhaustion is Valid
Part 1/4 of "The Permission to Pause" Series - Your exhaustion isn't laziness. It's your body/mind signaling need. Validate physical fatigue, emotional drain & longing. Silence the inner critic. Rest is valid.

Stefan Jurgens
Jul 143 min read


The Thing I Was Afraid to Write About: Why Love Is the Bravest Thing We Do
I’ve shared lots of posts, yet I’ve avoided the one subject my grandmum identified as the essential truth of life: love. Why? Because...

Stefan Jurgens
Jun 93 min read


Your Inner Voice, Your Choice
Understand how your inner voices shape mental health. Learn to reframe negative self-talk, embrace self-compassion, and reclaim control. Practical tips for transforming inner dialogue into a source of strength. A client once told me, “It’s great to have someone listen—I spend all day listening to myself.” Their comment stuck with me because it nails the constant inner chatter we all experience: bursts of optimism, nagging doubts, and that critical voice which bleats, “You

Stefan Jurgens
May 264 min read


When the Universe Gazes Back: How The Stars Help Us Find Ourselves
Starlight Becomes Inner Light I’ve been amazed by the idea of ‘outer space’ since the Apollo days. As a kid, I’d lie in our backyard,...

Stefan Jurgens
May 53 min read


From Family History to Personal Success: Transforming Inherited Challenges into Professional Growth
We inherit more than just our genes—our ancestors’ fears, beliefs, strengths, and struggles shape who we are today. By understanding...

Stefan Jurgens
Apr 34 min read


Hope: Our Hidden Superpower for Professionals Facing Burnout and Uncertainty
Ever felt like you're running on empty, despite doing everything “right” in your career? I’ve been there. Hope is more than wishful...

Stefan Jurgens
Mar 204 min read


Managing Anxiety in Uncertain Times: Lessons from a Psychotherapist
Do you feel overwhelmed by the news cycle? You're not alone. Anxiety spreads fast, but so does calm. Lately, I’ve been feeling it. There's a persistent anxiety, a sense of unease about the world. Maybe you have, too? Economic uncertainty, political instability, and an endless stream of alarming headlines make it difficult to stay grounded. Even as a psychotherapist, trained to help others navigate emotions, I have to remind myself to apply the very strategies I teach. The tru

Stefan Jurgens
Mar 134 min read


Overcome Imposter Syndrome and Build Lasting Confidence
Struggling with imposter syndrome? Learn what it is, why it happens, and how therapy can help you break free, gain confidence, and thrive...

Stefan Jurgens
Mar 103 min read


Your Initial Therapy Consultation: What to Expect & How to Find the Right Fit
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel like a big decision, and it’s completely normal to have questions about what to expect....

Stefan Jurgens
Mar 33 min read


The Perfectionism Paradox: A High Achiever’s Hidden Struggle
Perfectionism isn’t about doing your best—it’s about never feeling good enough. I know this firsthand. Maybe you can relate?...

Stefan Jurgens
Feb 242 min read

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Welcome to your journey toward self-discovery and meaningful change.
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