Discuss Life

What is the 'id', that instinctual sense of self our desires, can one exist purely in the self or are we innately designed to be part of the bigger extrinsic society.  During this extended international period of #SelfIsolation amidst the #COVID19pandemic one can truly begin to reflect a lot on ones self.  For the true Introvert this period may be a refreshing time of self rejuvenation a time of reflection, energised by the peace, isolation and space they have been afforded, even though temporarily, the 'Ego' prevails.  All too often though, self reflection can turn into self criticism, self loathing, self destructive behaviours or thoughts. For some however, the opposite is true, they become more self fulfilled in their own sense of knowledge, they become self important, self edifying, developing a self grandiose perspective on their own lives and sense of self, this may even become Narcissistic in nature, hence the 'Super-Ego' prevails. Therein lies the pr

Who weeps alone? It is not uncommon for individuals who loose a loved one, or even not so loved, on occasions to shed the private tears.  However, many people are inclined to keep a "stiff upper lip" put on the brave face and carry on with Life.  Having dealt with death for many years as a healthcare professional seeing and dealing with it first hand, supporting families and fellow colleagues at a difficult and painful time. I also had the difficult challenge myself, emotionally, physically, spiritually and psychologically over the last couple of years of living with and caring for my father-in-law.  He lived with dementia, lung disease and frailty. Unfortunately he died on the 1st of January this year, whilst at home after an acute infection and rapid deterioration. We had the privilege to care for him at home during his last days and again I was privileged to be holding his hand at his bed side when he died. Even though he was my father-in-law and could be a challengi

Have you ever asked yourself "why?!" That is in any specific situation or current circumstance in your life you have questioned, what the... is going on and why me, why now, why why why?. If you haven't then Who or What are you? Donald Trump maybe?!.  Seriously though we all have periods like this in our lives.  Sometimes they appear to be random events/circumstances that are effecting us, occasionally they are a direct result of someone else's actions or decisions, and sometimes they are a consequence of our own choices (good or bad), actions, or words. I have often asked the same question myself, and as I have gotten older and entered my 40's I have learnt that these are all seasons in my life and I have survived thus far. Admittedly, there were some touch and go situations and circumstances.  I was asked by a Psychiatric Nurse what are my regrets or do I regret any of my choices, actions etc.   I will add at this point that I am deliberately using the wor