Why do I feel different?

Understanding the impact of ACEs (4 sessions)

Often when we have gone through a difficult childhood, the impact of this carries on throughout our lives and can leave us feeling different; not quite ‘fitting in’ with those around us and feeling anxious, agitated, critical of ourselves, mistrustful of others and affected by mood swings and extreme emotions. As we understand more about the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) we can make sense of these feelings and learn ways to achieve a greater quality of life. That’s what these four sessions are all about!

• Understanding why negative childhood experiences continue to affect our mental health and our overall wellbeing long after we become adults.

• Having the opportunity to reflect on how our experiences have affected us and learn everyday ways of gaining control over our emotions so we can achieve a greater quality of life.

• Sharing the evidence base for this information, giving confidence in the hope provided.

What’s the format?

• 4 sessions each lasting 90 minutes (2 x 40 minutes with a break).

• The sessions are interactive – enabling time for reflection and discussion – applying what we’ve learnt to our everyday life.

Who’s it for?

• Anyone who has had a difficult childhood and finds themselves caught up in negative thought patterns and destructive habits and behaviours.

• Anyone who would like to learn more about this to support friends and family whose negative childhood experiences have affected them.