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Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy
Ask the Expert: Taking time to consider whether your child may be autistic might yield a better understanding of their needs. Also, there is a growing positive identity around being autistic
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The waiting game won’t last forever. The time will pass and you will soon have answers
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Excess orientation around achievement can have a down side
We can put huge pressure on ourselves, robbing us of precious downtime joy
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In a toxic workplace, results are rewarded, no matter how they are achieved
Avoid comparisons to idealised other couples, appreciate good intentions and adapt to change
Jen Hogan: I obsess about wanting my kids to be happy and content
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Keep a notepad by your bed and get into the habit of writing down your dreams
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