Is Fear Controlling Your Life?

“I couldn’t possibly do that, what would people think?”  “What happens if I step out in faith and things don’t work out the way I expect?”  “I’m not happy in this relationship but if I leave, I may end up being on my own forever.”  “Whenever I share an opinion I feel nervous and judged.”   What do all these scenarios have in common?  A little word ‘Fear’.  Fear is False Evidence Appearing Real.  In other words, when we’re afraid our imagination can trick us into believing things that are not true.  We ask “What if....?”  rather than “Why not....?”  and “Can I....?”  rather than saying “I can....”

Feeling fear is part of being human.  Whenever you step out of your comfort zone to try something new, you will probably feel some anxiety and uncertainty.  However, to experience success, you need to learn how to manage the fearful feelings in order to achieve your goals.  Don’t let fear stop you from being all you can be and achieving all that you would like to achieve.  As Joyce Meyer would say “Do it Afraid!”

If you need support in dealing with some difficult or challenging situations that are causing you anxiety and distress, please contact Marina Dyson at Counsel@CrossCulture.

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 Marina Dyson, General Counsellor
Associate of CCAA, Adv Dip Christian Counselling & Family Therapy
T. 0402 345 039; E. marina@counselcc.net.au

Marina Dyson works with individuals and couples experiencing grief and loss, depression, anxiety, marriage and relationship
difficulties and those seeking career guidance or general support during life transitions.  Marina also speaks Italian.

General Counselling begins at $5 per hour for full-time students and up to $50 max for those who work full-time.

Appointments may also be made online at: http://appointment.counselcc.net.au.

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Ten more dos and don’ts to achieve a better night’s sleep!

Are you one of those people who have trouble sleeping at night? Last month, we printed some dos and don’ts from the Sleep Disorders Australia, 2006’s fact sheet, here are ten more:

1. Do- Be comfortable and relaxed.
2. Do- Understand your sleep need.
3. Do-Take medications as directed.
4. Do- Use your bed only for sleep.
5. Do- Make your bedroom as restful as possible
6. Don't- Stay in bed if you're awake
7. Don't- Share your bed with children or pets.
8. Don't- Look at the clock all the time.
9. Don't- Smoke Don't- Use alcohol to help you sleep
10. Don't- Rely on sleeping tablets to help you to sleep.

It should be noted that many sleep problems are a result of bad habits built up over a period of time. As such, the problems are not easily fixed overnight. Nonetheless, persevere on with good sleep habits and sleep should improve. Different things work for different people. Find out what works for you and stick to it. If, however, you still experience difficulty sleeping despite practicing good sleep habits, please do not hesitate to see your doctor as there may be something else disturbing your sleep.

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Ping Yin Ngu, Psychologist
BSc (Hons), MPsych (Child Clinical Specialisation), MAPS
T. 9639 3875; 0426 905 010; E. ping@counselcc.net.au

** Psychological Consultations may be Bulk-Billed.

Ping Yin Ngu is a Psychologist with a focus on children and adolescents, and their connections to kinder, school, friends and family. Ping is passionate about supporting people with anxiety issues, depression, school issues, and anger management. She enjoys working with young people, helping them to learn life skills and coping strategies, and to feel more confident. Ping is also Madarin speaking.

Appointments may be made at: http://appointment.counselcc.net.au

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Low-Cost Professional Counselling Services all under the same roof!

As the Practice Manager of Counsel@CrossCulture, I meet many people carrying heavy burdens, whether they be spiritual, medical, psychological or relational. I receive a number of enquiries each week, some people have very specific needs and can be easily referred to a practitioner. Whilst others will simply say, ‘I need some help.’ This is the most crucial step and our admin team are ready and able to help connect you to the best possible hep that you can receive.

Located disctretly in the Uni-Lodge building, Counsel@CrossCulture now have nine professionals: including a Psychiatrist, two Psychologists, a Somatic Psychotherapist, four General Counsellors and a Lawyer, who collectively offer both professional counsel and years of experience.
It is my privilege and pleasure to work alongside these wonderful people!

Some people enquire about serious mental health issues while others are simply seeking short-term advice on career guidance, relationships, stress, grief and other similar things. The most recent data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics suggests that one in three people will experience this sort of ‘burden’ in their lifetime. At Counsel@CrossCulture, our mission is to bring this good news of freedom from captivity, comfort to the mourning and release from darkness. Whatever your experience, we’re here to help. Find out more about our fees (sliding-scale) and practitioners by visiting: www.counselcc.net.au. Office hours are 9am - 1pm weekdays.

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Adam Cetrangolo, Practice Manager
BA/BSc, GradDip.Theol, M.Min.
T. 9639 3875; E. adam@counselcc.net.au

Adam has been the part-time Practice Manager of the Counselling Centre since July 2010 and also works as an Assistant Pastor in Caulfield.

http://appointment.counselcc.net.au