by Cathy's Counselling Service | Oct 29, 2021 | Uncategorized
People have asked me to publish some help to get into university in the first place. There are some wonderful sites, including UCAS, but I’ve summarised some information about the most requested topic here: The dreaded personal statement! Let’s take the...
by Cathy's Counselling Service | Oct 22, 2021 | Uncategorized
Question: What’s the worst thing that can happen to an introvert? Answer: They pass their exams and get a place at university! There’s the constant danger of making friends, being asked out places, cafes, bars, restaurants, not to mention lectures. So how on earth do...
by Cathy's Counselling Service | Aug 16, 2021 | Uncategorized
Let’s take a breath, sigh out all that worry and think about self care for a moment. Previous posts have looked at various ways to manage academic tasks, just take a look and share anything you think will be useful. Rule 1/ This is not a competition, you can...
by Cathy's Counselling Service | Aug 13, 2021 | Uncategorized
I was recently sent a link to a new piece of research about autism. It explores whether it is possible to predict the unpredictable. Have a look and see what you think. Can Statistics Assist People with Autism to Live their Best Life?
by Cathy's Counselling Service | Jul 9, 2021 | Uncategorized
Now it’s the break, let’s think about things more generally and get ready for the next academic year. Today I want to think about difference. I dont agree we have superpowers – that’s just making it ‘them’ and ‘us’...
by Cathy's Counselling Service | Jul 3, 2021 | Uncategorized
It can feel daunting to have to do a presentation again. Worse if the person you are presenting to is the same person as before. It does not have to be. Remember these nuggets: The person does not want to fail you, they want to see what you can do. You did not fail,...
