Menopause can shake a woman’s sense of self, yet support is often hard to find. With the new Menopause Café in Maidenhead opening space for honest conversation, more women are exploring how compassionate, person‑centred therapy can help them navigate the emotional and identity shifts of this transition.

Burnout doesn’t always arrive with a bang—it creeps in quietly through skipped routines, comfort eating, and endless scrolling. Even as a counsellor, I’ve been there. Over time, I’ve learned to spot the signs early and respond with small, kind steps: listening to my body, leaning on loved ones, and getting outside. Burnout will happen again—life is hard—but it’s how we manage it, and how gently we treat ourselves, that really matters.