The Talking Rooms

07/11/2025

You look like you’re coping.
You’re holding everything together.
People even tell you how “strong” you are.
But you and I both know there’s another truth underneath that polished surface.
You’re exhausted.
Not “I need an early night” tired — bone-deep tired.
The kind of tired that sleep doesn’t fix.
You’re carrying the emotional weight for everyone around you… yet no one really checks if you’re okay, because you’ve trained them to believe you always are.
High-functioning doesn’t mean healthy.
Functioning isn’t coping.
If this is landing a little too closely… it’s because something in you recognises it.
You don’t have to keep being the strong one in silence.
You’re allowed support.
You’re allowed to let someone in.
You’re allowed to not be okay — and still be deserving of help.
If this is you, counselling can help you breathe again, feel again, and find “you” again.
If you’re nodding along, it might be time to reach out. You don’t have to keep doing this alone.
Learn more about counselling at: www.thetalkingrooms.com/refer

31/10/2025

Not everything scary wears a costume 👻 -

They look like: saying no when you always say yes. Booking therapy when you’ve been “coping”. Having an honest conversation you’ve avoided for months.

19/10/2025

Halfway through October — what’s ready to be revealed? -

We’re halfway through October — the perfect moment to pause and notice what’s shifting. Our theme this month is Reset & Reveal. The reset helps us let go; the reveal helps us be seen. Both take courage. Both build self-worth.

17/10/2025

Autumn invites us inward. What’s one cosy ritual that helps you reset? Candlelit bath, journaling, early night, or a phone-free hour?

16/10/2025

Your courage grows each time you choose yourself — even in the smallest ways. What small act of courage will you practice today?

15/10/2025

Signs you’re ready to reveal your authentic self: ✔️ Tired of people-pleasing ✔️ Craving deeper connections ✔️ Choosing peace over perfection ✔️ Ready to say no without guilt

14/10/2025

Sometimes we hide behind “I’m fine.” Revealing your truth is an act of courage. What part of you are you ready to reveal this October?

13/10/2025

One-word check-in: Comment with one word for how you’re feeling today. We’re listening. 💙
Minimal text post: “One-word check-in”

12/10/2025

Boundaries are the roots that keep us steady. This week, set one boundary that honours your energy. You’re allowed to say no.

10/10/2025

Mind Matters: World Mental Health Day Check-Up -

World Mental Health Day (10th October) is a yearly nudge to do something we rarely schedule: a proper check-in. Not just “I’m fine,” but a real, honest temperature-take of how we’re doing — and how the people around us are doing too.

10/10/2025

Today is 💙 Pause. Check in. Reach out. Your mental health matters — today and every day.

09/10/2025

Check-in time: How am I, really? What do I need today? Choose one supportive action: Rest • Move • Talk • Nourish • Breathe.