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  • 5 Ways to Good Mental Health

    5 Ways to Good Mental Health

    According to figures from the Office for National Statistics in 2015, nearly 10 million adults in the UK are diagnosed with a mental illness each year. That equates to nearly 1 in 4 people, with anxiety and depression making up the majority of cases. The impact of poor mental health Mental illness can be debilitating…

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  • I Love You but I’m Not in Love with You

    I Love You but I’m Not in Love with You

    “I love my partner but I am not in love with them” is one of the most common reasons people contact The Spark seeking relationship counselling.  I love you but I’m not in love with you What does “I love you but I’m not in love with you”, mean? People say that the ‘spark’ has…

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  • Exam Stress – Tips for Parents & Students

    Exam Stress – Tips for Parents & Students

    As we enter exam time for many high school, college and university students, The Spark has prepared our top tips for parents and students to cope with exam stress and nerves. Top exam stress tips for parents Leave the little things alone During exam time it is ok to let things slip that otherwise would…

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  • Something Feels Wrong in our Relationship…

    Something Feels Wrong in our Relationship…

    That sense that something is not right in a relationship – with our partner, kids, family or colleagues – often comes with a real difficulty in working out what it is. We can cause ourselves more upset and unhappiness by running over endless possibilities in our minds, tiptoeing around each other or just plain ignoring…

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  • My Loved One Has Depression – What Can I Do?

    My Loved One Has Depression – What Can I Do?

    As part of Depression Awareness Week, The Spark is featuring a series of posts about depression and relationships. In this blog we look at the difficulties faced by those trying to help a loved one through depression and the impact it can have on relationships. For a recap on spotting the signs of depression, check…

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  • Depression: Spotting the Signs

    Depression: Spotting the Signs

    As part of Depression Awareness Week, we are featuring a series of posts about depression, its impact on our relationships and ways to tackle the problem. In this first blog we look at ways to spot the signs of depression and how to address it within a relationship. Spotting the signs of depression Depression is…

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  • Top 10 Communication Tips

    Top 10 Communication Tips

    We’re here to provide you with a curated collection of tips and techniques that will help you rediscover the passion, intimacy, and joy that initially brought you together.

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  • Tips to Rekindle the Spark

    Tips to Rekindle the Spark

    We’re here to provide you with a curated collection of tips and techniques that will help you rediscover the passion, intimacy, and joy that initially brought you together.

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  • Relationship Tips for Stepfamilies

    Relationship Tips for Stepfamilies

    Building a harmonious home where everyone feels loved, supported, and understood can be a complex undertaking, but with the right tools and guidance, it is indeed possible. On this page, we offer some practical suggestions and insightful advice to help you foster healthy relationships, enhance communication, and create a positive environment for your stepfamily. Whether…

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