January Resolutions

The festive decorations are put away and it's into the new year. It's traditionally a time for making resolutions to do or be something different. Resolutions are easy to make and easier to break unless we have the support of others and the information we need to achieve our goal. Sometimes we're not very kind to ourselves when we do set goals. We keep setting the bar higher and higher without recognising what we are achieving.

A good resolution to make is to be kinder to our mental health. Here are some thoughts:

• Seek support. We are all vulnerable at times and need support, whether it be from friends, family or professionals. Don't be embarrassed about seeking support.
• Exercise, little and often, eat well and healthily.
• Seek healthy relationships.
• Take moments out from our frenetic lives - take a walk, practise yoga, do something creative.

Small changes, with the help of others, are easier to implement and sustain.

To aid our members and health professionals keep to a resolution of maintaining their continuing professional development, SCPTI has a great CPD programme this year including workshops and seminars in:

• Attachment theories - implications for practice.
• Existentialism in psychotherapy.
• Creative writing in therapeutic settings.
• Bodywork in therapy.
• Exploring aspects of the mental health working environment for those already in training.

See our full list and details for how to book on our CPD page of our website: www.scpti.co.uk