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Shaheen Hashmat

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The Anxiety of Happiness

October 11, 2013June 19, 2014 Tartan Tantrum

Today I’m remembering a therapy session I had with *Maria a few years back. I hadn’t been diagnosed with BPD or bipolar disorder at the time, although that’s not really […]

Understanding Mindfulness

March 9, 2013September 24, 2020 Tartan Tantrum

A friend recently asked me if I could give her some advice about mindfulness and meditation. It’s something I’ve been meaning to share for quite a while since practicing mindfulness […]

Psychotherapy: Winning the Mind Games

February 12, 2013September 24, 2020 Tartan Tantrum

If there’s one thing I’ve learned over the years, it’s that the brain can be an incredibly mutinous organ. Having been in and out of therapy since I was thirteen […]

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