Looking Glass Therapies

20/11/2025

"True love stories never have endings."
Richard Bach

True love isn’t just romance; it’s the everyday choosing.
Choosing kindness.
Choosing respect.
Choosing to listen, to repair, to grow, and to treat each other with the softness that real connection deserves.

The greatest love stories aren’t defined by perfection, but by longevity; by two people continually showing up for each other through the tough times and having each other's back. Don't be afraid to really care and support one another! A little kindness goes a long way :) Warm cups of tea after hard days. Honest conversations. Shared laughter. Quiet forgiveness. Really listening with your ears and your heart. These are the pages where true love is written.

Healthy, nurturing relationships don’t just feel good; they strengthen our mental health, lower stress, boost resilience, and remind us that we’re not meant to face life alone.

Whether it’s romantic love, deep friendship, or family bonds, the relationships we tend with care become the stories that hold us, lift us, and carry us forward.

Take a moment today to appreciate your love stories; the ones that make you feel seen, valued, and safe.

💛 Nurture them. They’re part of your wellbeing.

I feel so grateful for the people who love me and I honestly wouldn't be here without them :)

Love,
Nina

18/11/2025

“It’s your reaction to adversity, not adversity itself, that determines how your life’s story will develop.”
Dieter F. Uchtdorf

Life will always bring challenges; unexpected losses, changes we did not choose, moments that shake our sense of certainty. We cannot always control what arrives at our door, but we can shape how we respond. Our reactions become the turning points in our story.

This is where inner resources matter: emotional regulation, self-compassion, grounded decision-making, and the ability to pause rather than spiral. These are skills we can learn, strengthen, and lean into; especially during the times in our lives that feel heavy.

If you’re navigating adversity right now, remember that you are not defined by the hardship itself. You are defined by the resilience, courage, and insight you bring to it.

Clinical hypnotherapy and counselling can help you build this internal steadiness; calming the nervous system, interrupting unhelpful patterns, and supporting clearer, more empowered responses.

Take a moment today to reflect:
How are you writing the next chapter of your story?

If you’d like support in shaping it with intention, I’m here.

Looking forward to hearing from you soon!

Love,
Nina

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11/11/2025

“The ones who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do.”
Steve Jobs

Every meaningful change begins with someone brave enough to believe — not because the path is easy, but because their vision is stronger than their fear.

Take Jefferson Fisher, for example — a lawyer who made partner in a prestigious firm, stepped away from the traditional mould to build something authentic and real. His calm, grounded approach to communication has inspired millions across the world. His book, “The Next Conversation: Argue Less, Talk More,” (oh, I absolutely LOVE this book!!) and his page Jefferson Fisher – Lawyer, Communicator, Human
are powerful reminders that leadership starts with self-awareness, respect, and emotional intelligence.

History is full of people who were doubted, dismissed, or even ridiculed... until they weren’t.
✨ Oprah was told she wasn’t fit for television.
✨ Walt Disney was fired for “lacking imagination.” Seriously??!
✨ JK Rowling was rejected twelve times before Harry Potter found its home.
And yet, they believed anyway.

When you know your values, trust yourself, and honour what truly matters, you stop conforming and start creating. That’s when the magic happens.

So, if that quiet voice inside you whispers, “Maybe I can,” listen. The world needs more people who believe in what’s possible.

Clinical hypnotherapy can help you strengthen self-belief, align with your values, and find calm confidence in your own direction, even when others can’t see your vision yet.

Hey, maybe it’s time to trust your own ‘crazy idea.’

Looking forward to hearing from you soon!

Love,
Nina

10/11/2025

“If the storm forgets to bring a rainbow, paint your own.” — Matshona Dhliwayo

Life doesn’t always hand us the sunshine we hope for. Sometimes, the storm comes and stays a little longer than we’d like — bringing challenges, setbacks, or heartache. But even in those moments, we hold a quiet power: the ability to create our own colour, hope, and light.

Overcoming adversity isn’t about pretending everything is perfect. It’s about choosing where we place our focus.
When we dwell on what’s broken, we feed the storm.
When we focus on gratitude, strength, and small moments of beauty, we invite the rainbow in, one brushstroke at a time.

You can’t always control the weather, but you can choose how you face it.
Optimism isn’t naïve, it’s courageous. It’s saying, “I may not see the rainbow yet, but I believe I can create one.”

Clinical hypnotherapy can help you strengthen that inner resilience, shift focus from fear to possibility, and find calm in the middle of the storm.

If you’re ready to paint your own rainbow, even when skies are grey let’s begin.

I'm looking forward to hearing from you soon!
Love,
Nina

09/11/2025

“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” Helen Keller

Human connection is one of the most powerful healers we have.
We’re wired for it — to be seen, heard, valued, and supported. When we build relationships grounded in trust, care, and love, we don’t just feel happier — we become healthier, both mentally and physically.

Healthy relationships act like an anchor in life’s storms. They remind us we’re not alone, that someone has our back, and that we’re part of something bigger than ourselves. On the other hand, loneliness can weigh heavily — it increases stress, anxiety, and even physical pain. We’re social creatures, and connection is as vital as food or sleep.

So today, reach out; send that message, make that call, or go out for a coffee with someone you care about.
Connection doesn’t need to be big and flash; it just needs to be genuine and REAL.

In therapy, I often see how building trust (with ourselves and with others) becomes the turning point for healing. When we connect, we grow. When we feel safe, we thrive.

If you’re feeling disconnected or struggling to rebuild trust, hypnotherapy and counselling can gently guide you back toward connection; with others and within yourself.

Because together, we really can do so much.

I'm looking forward to hearing from you soon.

Love,
Nina

08/11/2025

“The pessimist complains about the wind.
The optimist expects it to change.
The leader adjusts the sails.” — John Maxwell

Life will always have its gusts and gales; unexpected challenges, shifting plans, and moments that test our balance.
But true leadership — whether it’s guiding others, your family, or simply yourself, is found in how we respond, not in what we can’t control.

You can’t change the direction of the wind, but you can always choose how you steer.
Adjusting your sails might mean changing your mindset, setting new boundaries, or taking a small but intentional step forward — even when the horizon isn’t yet clear.

Take a moment today to notice where you might be resisting the wind, and instead, gently realign your sails toward where you want to go.

Clinical hypnotherapy can help you reconnect with calm focus, strengthen resilience, and find that steady hand on the wheel — even through life’s changing weather.

So are you ready to adjust your sails?
Book your session or learn how hypnotherapy can help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

Looking forward to hearing from you soon!

Love, Nina