My journal

In this article, I want to share more intimately the journey that led me to the most salvaging act I have ever been given to experience: inhabiting my body. Whatever therapeutic techniques I study, meditation teachings I receive, or experiments I go through, I always return to my dear friend the…

For a long time, I believed that happiness required effort. That one had to work on oneself, transform oneself, almost repair oneself, to access a more stable, more continuous inner state of peace. Behind this lay a silent but deeply rooted belief: peace would not be our natural state, but something to achieve, to build, to deserve… at the cost of demanding work.

EMDR deeply respects the brain's natural functioning. It imposes nothing. It does not force memories. It does not erase history. It does not take control. Contrary to certain misconceptions, EMDR is not a « magic » technique that makes trauma disappear. It is a natural neuropsychological process that sets the brain's innate information-processing mechanisms back in motion.

Are you going through a difficult period, or carrying a painful experience that still seems to weigh on you? EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a recognised therapeutic method that allows psychological trauma to be treated in depth. In this article, discover how this gentle yet powerful approach can help you regain more lightness and inner safety, at your own pace.

Trauma leaves a lasting imprint on the human psyche, influencing not only our individual well-being but also our intimate relationships. As a clinical psychologist, I have often observed how trauma can weave invisible threads into the fabric of romantic relationships. In this article, we will explore how trauma can influence these relationships, the challenges that arise, and how a deeper understanding can guide us towards individual and relational healing.

Memory is a complex mechanism that shapes our understanding of the world and influences our behaviour.

Dissociation, a complex phenomenon that can affect mental health, is often little known to the general public. As a psychologist, I am particularly interested in how meditation can play an essential role in the reconnection process for those who live with this experience. In this article, we will explore dissociation, its impact on daily life, and how meditation can be a valuable tool to foster a deep reconnection with oneself.

In the quest for mental well-being, combining meditation and therapy offers a holistic and powerful approach to support individuals on the path of personal transformation.

Often, when one thinks about working with a psychologist, the idea of addressing one’s relationship with money might not immediately come to mind. However, it’s a topic that affects everyone, every day. How we feel and engage with money speaks volumes about our past experiences, what our parents and grandparents went through in terms of financial abundance or lack.

What makes us happier: evolving or having fun? Listening to an American coach recently sparked this question in me: should we strive to evolve or focus entirely on having fun and experiencing joy? Of course, one doesn’t necessarily exclude the other… But what if? What if our constant pursuit of evolution prevented us from accessing the happiness and joy we so ardently seek? What if the pursuit of joy kept us from reaching a deeper happiness?

Our way of breathing has deteriorated over the course of our evolution. Indeed, our brain has grown, leaving less space for the airways. Our diet and lifestyle have also greatly influenced how we breathe. It’s important to know that many psychological and physical diseases can originate from our breathing patterns. This is due to the domino effect: improper breathing leads to sleep apnea, stress, fatigue, higher blood pressure, and so on. It can even lead to chronic insomnia, attention disorders, etc.

It’s common to be inundated with judgmental thoughts about our surroundings or ourselves. Complaint can be defined as the expression of discontent or, even more deeply, as a vocal expression of pain. Thus, our complaints are ways of expressing suffering, discomfort, or difficulty.

An ancient tradition tells us that within each of us reside two wolves, and the one that predominates is the one we feed. In our quest to be good and loving, we often neglect to recognize, observe, and acknowledge the part of us that feels hatred and separation. It’s these parts within us that hurt both others and ourselves.

With hands pressed together in prayer near my chest, my gaze locked onto theirs, and my head slightly bowed, I humbly utter these words: ขอบคุณมากครับ, phonetically: Kob khun maak khrap/ka. They mean « Thank you very much » in Thai. This ritual is sacred. For a long time, living in Thailand, I didn’t fully grasp the importance of this ritual. The significance of this daily moment of gratitude.

The way we establish connections with one another has a significant impact on our lives and well-being. To discuss attachment, we can explore different models of understanding. First and foremost, there is a model that distinguishes between secure and insecure attachment.