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Why is Establishing Boundaries Essential for Mental Health and Well-Being?
In today's fast-paced world, mental health and well-being are more important than ever. One crucial aspect of maintaining our mental...
Scott Peddie
Mar 83 min read
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Understanding 'Closure': A Guide to Navigating Complex Emotions
Closure is a term that frequently comes up in discussions about relationships, especially when they end. It embodies the journey toward...
Scott Peddie
Mar 44 min read
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Existential Courage: Can We Enhance Our Bravery in the Face of Uncertainty?
Courage is often celebrated in stories of heroism, but it takes on a deeper meaning when seen through the lens of existentialism....
Scott Peddie
Mar 34 min read
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A Journey from Tragedy to Triumph: Logotherapy for Life!
In the realm of Logotherapy lies a profound exploration of the human psyche—delving into the depths of suffering and resilience, despair...
Scott Peddie
Aug 18, 20244 min read
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Recovery From Depression: Looking Beyond the Darkness with Hope
This is the first in a series of 'short blogs' that will be published on a regular basis: It was Aristotle Onassis who said, ‘It is...
Scott Peddie
Aug 11, 20241 min read
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Transcending Suffering: Public Lecture
As I was unwell in January, I've rescheduled the free online Viktor Frankl Centre NI Holocaust Memorial Day Lecture . It will now take...
Scott Peddie
Aug 9, 20241 min read
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Navigating Endings and Embracing New Beginnings: Bowing Out Gracefully
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you feel it's time to move on, but the thought of bowing out gracefully seems daunting?...
Scott Peddie
Aug 4, 20243 min read
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Finding Meaning in Conflict: An Interview with Lord Alderdice
I had the pleasure of interviewing John Alderdice recently for my forthcoming book 'Finding Meaning in Conflict The Story of Northern...
Scott Peddie
Aug 4, 20243 min read
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What Role Do Destiny And Fate Play In Our Wellbeing?
We often think and talk about 'fate' and 'destiny' when we reflect on our lives, especially when there are decisions to be made. It was...
Scott Peddie
Jul 24, 20243 min read
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The Inevitability Of Rejection: From Pain To Progress
We have all experienced rejection at some point in our lives. It might have been the job we did not get, the person we loved did not...
Scott Peddie
Jul 21, 20244 min read
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We Are What We Are, But How Can We Shape Our Legacy, & Is It Important?
How do we define our living legacy? Here I talk about the lessons from the life of the pioneering 'flying doctor', Anne Spoerry. 'Spoiler...
Scott Peddie
Jul 17, 20241 min read
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Grieving Meaningfully: Insights from Logotherapy
Grief is an inherent part of the human experience, a journey that varies in intensity and duration for each individual. As we navigate...
Scott Peddie
Jul 12, 20244 min read
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Do Not Live Half A Life: Are You Living Life to the Fullest?
There are times in life when we might feel unmotivated, unvalued, and unfulfilled. These times are often borne of poor communication on...
Scott Peddie
Jul 9, 20242 min read
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The Myth of Sisyphus: Lessons on Hope and Perseverance
In the realm of Greek mythology, the tale of Sisyphus stands as a poignant allegory that continues to captivate minds and stir...
Scott Peddie
Jul 1, 20244 min read
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Transforming Sadness: Life Has Not Forgotten Us, And We Must Not Forget Life.
An Existential sadness is a manifestation of negative life circumstances. We might find ourselves in a job we dislike, or missing a...
Scott Peddie
Jun 24, 20242 min read
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Love in the Time of Illness
The novel 'Love in the Time of Cholera' by Gabriel Garcia Marquez is a masterpiece. It follows the lives of a couple - Florentino and...
Scott Peddie
Jun 4, 20242 min read
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