Do we live to work or work to live? We spend more of our lives engaged at work than any other single activity and yet we seem unhappy. According to Gallup, 80% of us are unhappy at work. When did we all become so focused on being happy at work rather than going to...
Is sex addiction real? Can you ever have too much of a good thing?! Is sex addiction a myth made-up by a bunch of people who refuse to take responsibility for their behaviours? Is it just a guy thing? Is there a difference between being addicted to sex and being...
Gaslighting has become a common word. In fact, the number of people looking up the term increased by 1,740% in 2022. Merriam-Webster named gaslighting its word of the year as a result. At the extreme end, gaslighting is a form of psychological abuse where one person...
What is the definition of anger? What separates healthy anger from unhealthy anger? Should you teach your children how to be angry or rather should you teach them to avoid anger? Why do some of us seem to get angry for no reason? Is road rage connected to anger or...
What happens when the spark in a relationship goes out? Can a relationship work when two people have different intimacy needs and expectations? Can a relationship work if two people are more like roommates than hot lovers? Is a relationship which lacks intimacy more...
Who is responsible for wellbeing at work? What kind of leaders do we need at the helm today to keep the workplace healthy and their companies thriving?
What does it mean to be vulnerable? Is vulnerability a strength or weakness? Being vulnerable is hard. Most of us have anxiety about being rejected, shamed, or judged as inadequate. So why is vulnerability so important? Brene Brown describes vulnerability as "the...
Anxious? Don’t Worry, Be Happy. Everyone feels worried sometimes. It’s normal to worry about work, finances, family, or health. But what happens when feelings of fear or worry don’t go away? When does worrying become chronic anxiety? Is there a cure for anxiety? Can...
Can positive thinking really improve our mood and lower stress?
Couples therapy? Are you kidding? Why would anyone wash their dirty laundry with a complete stranger?! Every marriage has its fair share of problems. There is no perfect relationship. Most couples argue. Sex comes and goes. Disagreements over money arise. C’est la...
In a moving show, prompted by some personal stories from some of the show's listeners, U.K. psychotherapist Gavin Sharpe sat on the therapy sofa with radio celebrity Sarah Lycett to discuss the pros and cons of talking therapy. In this month's show, Gavin addresses...
The idea of trauma seems to be on the tips of our tongues these days, but do we use the term correctly? What is trauma and how can we heal from a traumatic event? Is being stuck in traffic traumatic? Was the pandemic stressful, traumatic or both? Listen to Gavin...
As Valentine's Day approaches, love is in the air. Relationships are challenging as they threaten our sense of emotional safety. We get into arguments, often in an attempt to repair the lost sense of safety. U.K. psychotherapist and leadership coach Gavin Sharpe...
It's been one of those years. Again! As 2022 closes, is our mental health better or worse than one year ago? In between a global pandemic, a war in Europe and a cost-of-living crisis, we’ve hardly had time to breathe. So take a breath. The Wellbeing Window is here....
Stress costs the U.S. economy approximately $150 to $350 billion annually. It is a major cause of work absenteeism. So what is stress? Can stress ever be good for us? When does stress become problematic? Are stress and burnout the same? Listen to Gavin Sharpe's...
What is emotional wellbeing? How many emotions does a human being have? Are there good emotions and bad emotions? Where do our emotions come from? Can we boost our emotional immunity? Do you ever feel like you are an emotional wreck?! Did you ever wonder what...
THE GOOD LIFE. GAVIN SHARPE ON RIVIERA RADIO, SEPT 2022
What are the ingredients for a good life? Are wellbeing and happiness the same? According to research, what is the benchmark for achieving financial happiness? How much money do we need to earn before reaching a plateau, after which more money has no significant...
Listen to Gavin Sharpe’s July appearance on Riviera Radio 106.5FM and hear him tackle the topic of love addiction
Sometimes the people we love the most hurt us the most. The consequences can be devastating. How do weal from betrayal?
Is addiction a choice? Is addiction curable? How do you help a loved one who has a problem with drink and/or drugs? Should you ever tell the kids about a parent's addiction? Should you force someone to rehab? What is recovery? Must every recovering addict relapse?...
What if you could predict the way your romantic partner acts and behaves in your relationship? What if you could predict an argument before it happens? What if you are single and are tired of dating the wrong people and want a guide for how to find someone good for...
Do happy couples argue? Does it matter who left the lid off the toothpaste? Is there an effective way to argue with one's partner? In this month's radio show, U.K. psychotherapist Gavin Sharpe argues that couples who argue well, love well. Couples who avoid...
What's the definition of narcissism? With the onset of social media and consumerism, are we becoming a more narcissistic society? Is narcissism a mental disorder? Listen to Gavin Sharpe's February appearance on 106.5FM Riviera Radio. Hear Gavin answer listeners...
How can we set healthy boundaries? Is it selfish to assert our needs and wants? How do I stop people taking advantage?
Gavin Sharpe looks back at 2021 and shares his most memorable moments from the wellbeing window shows.
Listen to Gavin Sharpe’s November appearance on 106.5FM Riviera Radio on Perfection and Shame.
What is the definition of grief? How long does the grieving process last? Do we ever achieve “closure” after a loved lone has died?
What makes sex healthy? Does having more sex improve our wellbeing? Is casual sex healthy? How much sex is normal?
Listen to Gavin Sharpe’s July appearance on 106.5FM, Riviera Radio. – Are we born people pleasers? Are women people pleasers more than men? How can we assert ourselves in the face of opposition? How can I stop being over generous with friends and live with being let down by them?
Addiction is often referred to as the hole in the soul.