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We explore compassionate paths and tailored solutions, emphasizing humane, expert care for those struggling with mental health or addiction. Find empowering, modern strategies to support your unique journey toward lasting wellness and peace.

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  • Why we avoid things that make us uncomfortable

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    John McKeown

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    September 27, 2026
    Avoidance can provide immediate relief from anxiety, shame or emotional discomfort, which can make the behaviour more likely to be repeated. Explore the psychology behind…
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  • Could residential treatment offer something different?

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    John McKeown

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    September 24, 2026
    Residential treatment is not only for people in acute crisis. When mental health or substance use difficulties persist despite community-based support, a more structured environment…
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  • When coping becomes dependency

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    John McKeown

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    September 21, 2026
    Coping mechanisms can offer temporary relief from stress, anxiety or emotional pain, but over time, some can develop into unhealthy patterns or dependency. Learn how…
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  • When summer ends, what does it reveal?

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    John McKeown

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    September 7, 2026
    As summer ends and everyday routines return, September can reveal changes in our mental health, wellbeing and coping habits that were easier to overlook during…
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  • Is your relationship with alcohol changing?

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    John McKeown

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    August 30, 2026
    For some people, concerns about alcohol do not begin with a dramatic event or obvious crisis. They develop gradually, often against the backdrop of an…
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  • A broader approach to treatment and wellbeing

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    John McKeown

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    August 26, 2026
    At Ibiza Calm, we have always believed that there is value in creating opportunities for clients to engage with recovery in different ways. Alongside individual…
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  • Finding connection on the water

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    John McKeown

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    August 18, 2026
    Taking clients out on the water gives them an opportunity to practise some of those skills in a relaxed and very different environment, while also…
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  • Supporting someone who doesn’t think they need help

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    John McKeown

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    August 17, 2026
    Watching someone you care about struggle with their mental health or an addiction can be one of the most difficult experiences a family member or…
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  • Addiction doesn’t always look like addiction

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    John McKeown

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    August 7, 2026
    The truth is addiction does not discriminate. It can affect people of any age, profession or background. It can affect parents, healthcare professionals, business owners,…
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  • The hidden cost of always being ‘fine’

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    John McKeown

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    July 28, 2026
    “How are you?” ….. “I’m fine.” Most of us understand that “How are you?” is often more of a greeting than a genuine invitation to…
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  • Trainspotting: The Musical and the launch of the Ibiza Calm Foundation

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    John McKeown

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    July 24, 2026
    The launch of the Ibiza Calm Foundation marks an exciting new chapter. Through education, collaboration, and community initiatives, the Foundation aims to increase awareness, encourage…
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  • How hot weather affects your mood, sleep, and mental wellbeing

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    John McKeown

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    July 20, 2026
    If you have noticed that you feel more anxious, more emotionally sensitive, unusually exhausted, or simply not quite yourself during periods of extreme heat, you…
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