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05/10/2026

Jason’s Monday Mindset 🧠

As we enter October, we find ourselves in the final quarter of the year.

For some, that can bring a sense of reflection.

How has this year gone? Where did the time go? Am I where I thought I would be by now?

It’s easy to look back at the things we haven’t done, the plans that didn’t work out, or the goals we haven’t reached yet.

But October isn’t the end of the year.

You still have time.

You don’t need to have everything figured out, and you don’t need to suddenly change everything because there are only three months left.

Perhaps instead, take a moment to acknowledge how far you’ve come, recognise what still matters to you, and decide what you would like the final few months of the year to look like.

Small steps still count.

There is still time to make a change, have that conversation, ask for support, start something new or simply take better care of yourself.

Don’t let the pressure of the calendar make you forget that you’re still moving forward.

Have a good Monday. 💙

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28/09/2026

Jason’s Monday Mindset

Sometimes, you don’t need to fix it.

When someone we care about is struggling, our first instinct can be to make things better.

We look for the right words.
We offer solutions.
We try to find an answer.

And sometimes, that’s exactly what’s needed.

But sometimes people don’t need us to fix anything.

They just need someone to listen.

Someone who can sit with them in the difficult moment without rushing them towards a solution.

A simple “I’m here” can sometimes mean more than a dozen pieces of advice.

This can be particularly true in relationships. We can love someone deeply and still feel frustrated when we can’t take away their pain.

But supporting someone doesn’t always mean removing the problem.

Sometimes it means reminding them that they don’t have to face it alone.

And perhaps that’s something we all need from time to time.

You don’t always need to have the answer. Sometimes, being there is enough.

Wishing you a great week ❤️

Welcome to Jason Valenti Counselling Contact Me Jason Valenti Counsellor-MBACP Thank you in advance for taking the time to read my website. My name is Jason Valenti and I specialise in relationships and trauma informed. I offer personal, jargon-free therapy designed to get to the core of what is tro...

21/09/2026

Jason’s Monday mindset

You don’t have to have it all together — and neither does your partner.

Sometimes we can put pressure on ourselves to be the strong one, the patient one, the one who always knows what to say or what to do.

And sometimes, without realising it, we expect the same from the person beside us.

But relationships aren’t about having two perfect people who always get it right.

They’re about two people who can be honest when things are difficult.

Two people who can say, “I’m struggling today.”

Two people who can listen without immediately trying to fix things.

And two people who can remember that being on the same side is more important than being right.

There will be days when one of you has more to give than the other. There will be misunderstandings, difficult conversations and moments when neither of you quite gets it right.

That doesn’t necessarily mean something is wrong.

Sometimes, it simply means you’re both human.

Perhaps this week, instead of asking “Who’s right?”, try asking:

“What does my partner need from me right now?”

And maybe give yourself permission to need something too.

You don’t have to have it all together. Neither does your relationship.

Sometimes, you just need to take the next step together.

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Welcome to Jason Valenti Counselling Contact Me Jason Valenti Counsellor-MBACP Thank you in advance for taking the time to read my website. My name is Jason Valenti and I specialise in relationships and trauma informed. I offer personal, jargon-free therapy designed to get to the core of what is tro...

14/09/2026

Jason’s Monday Mindset

Not every bad day needs to become a bad week.

We all have days when things don’t quite go to plan.

Maybe you’re tired.
Maybe you’re stressed.
Maybe someone has upset you.
Maybe you simply woke up feeling like you’re not quite yourself.

It’s easy to let one difficult day turn into thoughts like:

“Everything is going wrong.”
“I can’t cope with this.”
“This week is going to be awful.”

But one difficult day doesn’t define your week — and it certainly doesn’t define you.

Sometimes, the kindest thing you can do is acknowledge that today hasn’t been great, without allowing it to decide what tomorrow will look like.

Take a breath.

Give yourself some time.

Tomorrow is another day.

A bad day is just a bad day. It doesn’t have to become a bad week.

Have a good Monday. ❤️

Welcome to Jason Valenti Counselling Contact Me Jason Valenti Counsellor-MBACP Thank you in advance for taking the time to read my website. My name is Jason Valenti and I specialise in relationships and trauma informed. I offer personal, jargon-free therapy designed to get to the core of what is tro...

12/09/2026

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07/09/2026

Jason’s Monday Mindset

September has arrived… and maybe you’re not quite ready for everything it brings with it.

Back to work.
Back to school.
Back to routines.
Back to the things we’ve been putting off.

There can be a feeling that September should be a fresh start — a time to get organised, motivated and back on track.

But life doesn’t always work that way.

Maybe you’re still tired.
Maybe you’re feeling a little overwhelmed.
Maybe you’re still finding your rhythm after the summer.

And that’s okay.

You don’t have to change everything overnight.

Start with one thing.

One conversation.
One task.
One walk.
One small step in the right direction.

A new month doesn’t require a new you.

Give yourself time to settle, breathe and find your rhythm.

You don’t need to start September at 100%.

Just start where you are.

Have a good Monday. ❤️

Welcome to Jason Valenti Counselling Contact Me Jason Valenti Counsellor-MBACP Thank you in advance for taking the time to read my website. My name is Jason Valenti and I specialise in relationships and trauma informed. I offer personal, jargon-free therapy designed to get to the core of what is tro...

06/09/2026

Feeling lost can be an uncomfortable place to be.

You may not know what comes next, and that uncertainty can feel overwhelming. But you don’t have to have all the answers right now.

Sometimes, the first step isn’t finding the whole path - it’s simply pausing, noticing what you’re feeling, and taking one small step forward.

You’re allowed to take your time. You’re allowed to ask for support. And you don’t have to navigate everything alone.



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01/09/2026

Is your phone making your anxiety worse?

Constant notifications, endless scrolling, comparing yourself to others, and feeling like you always need to be connected can leave your mind feeling exhausted.

Try putting your phone down for a few minutes. Take a breath. Go outside. Talk to someone. Give your brain a break.

You don’t have to be available 24/7 to be okay.

31/08/2026

Jason’s Monday Mindset

It’s okay to feel mixed emotions.

As the summer holidays begin to come to an end, you might be looking forward to getting back into a routine.

You might also feel a little sad that the slower days, family time and freedom of the holidays are coming to an end.

And perhaps you’re feeling a bit anxious about what the new term might bring.

The truth is, we don’t always have just one emotion.

We can feel excited and nervous.
Happy and sad.
Relieved and overwhelmed.

All at the same time.

We can sometimes put pressure on ourselves to feel a certain way about change, but there’s no “right” way to feel.

So as the summer draws to a close, be kind to yourself.

Take the time to acknowledge how you’re feeling, rather than judging yourself for feeling it.

A new routine doesn’t mean you have to leave everything from the summer behind.

Take the memories, the laughter and the good moments with you.

And remember — every new beginning starts with a little uncertainty.

Have a good Monday. ❤️

19/08/2026

Sometimes, talking really can help.

Life can feel overwhelming, and you don’t always have to work through everything on your own. Counselling offers a safe, confidential space to explore your thoughts, feelings and challenges without judgement.

Whether you’re going through a difficult time or simply want to understand yourself better, taking that first step can make a difference.

Get in touch to find out more about counselling and how we can support you.



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