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The Choices we make. Grief of what I am missing. The reflection of an American intern moving to Ireland
Angelina VargasJanuary 22, 2026Grief Awareness WeekTo me, grief means mourning the loss of anything. Contrary to the belief that grief onlyinvolves the death of someone, it does not have to be a physical entity. I [...]
Blue Monday is over, lets look to a new beginning
Angelina Vargas January 20, 2026 The Day After Blue Monday What is Blue Monday? Blue Monday is the third Monday of January and is considered the saddest day of the year. The term was created [...]
What Is Grief? And How Can Therapy Support the Bereaved?
In the quiet aftermath of a funeral, as you stand beside an empty chair that was once filled, the weight of absence feels undeniable, almost tangible. National Grief Week, 26th Jan 2026, encourages us [...]
What the Irish Mothers Left in My Blood
I was born of women who learned strength from stone and sea, from bodies bowed to wind and weather, from prayers whispered into famine air, of women who never retracted. Their feet were known on [...]
Classroom to Clinic: My First Day as an Intern Abroad
The cars drive on the left side of the road. The dollar bills in my wallet are useless. Green, white, and orange stripes sway above the sidewalks. I don’t feel out of place. [...]
Why Every Teen Should Watch Adolescence
Why Every Teen (and Their Parents) Should Watch Adolescence Written by AJ Oates Understanding Adolescence: A Teen's Insight Into Life At Marino Counselling and Psychotherapy, we value fresh perspectives—especially from those directly experiencing [...]
