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Can Flower Essences Really Relieve Depression and Anxiety?

Can Flower Essences Really Relieve Depression and Anxiety?

by Maria Gaian | Apr 1, 2026 | ✨ Gaian Magick

Flower essences? Do they work or is it a load of snake oil? Maria Gaian, Mental Wellness Mentor   Can flower essences help relieve depression and anxiety?   About 25 years ago, I was suffering from yet another bout of crippling anxiety and depression. Someone, I don’t...
Hannah’s Story: How Can I Pretend to be Happy?

Hannah’s Story: How Can I Pretend to be Happy?

by Maria Gaian | Mar 28, 2026 | 🧑🏼‍🤝‍🧑🏿 Community and Connection

How do I pretend to be happy? I don’t want my kids to know I’m feeling depressed. Maria Gaian, Mental Wellness Mentor  Hannah’s* Story *Name has been changed to protect the privacy of the client.   “Can someone help me fake happiness for my kids? I’m...
I Got A Timely Reminder of How it Feels to be Depressed

I Got A Timely Reminder of How it Feels to be Depressed

by Maria Gaian | Oct 25, 2025 | 🧑🏼‍🤝‍🧑🏿 Community and Connection

Notes September 2025 Personal Update from Maria Maria Gaian, Nature Therapist & Depression Survivor When I started Ditch the Black Dog, I wanted to support as many depression sufferers as possible to find their own unique and magickal ways to feel healthy, happy...
The Unexpected Way I Became A Therapeutic Tarot Reader

The Unexpected Way I Became A Therapeutic Tarot Reader

by Maria Gaian | Mar 20, 2025 | 🧑🏼‍🤝‍🧑🏿 Community and Connection

The Unexpected Way I Became A Therapeutic Tarot Reader (with a little help from spirit guides) Maria Gaian, Intuitive Tarot and Oracle Card Reader The Unexpected Way I Became A Therapeutic Tarot Reader (With A Little Help From Spirit Guides) Click Here to Read &...
Books That Heal: 10 Powerful Reads for Depression Sufferers

Books That Heal: 10 Powerful Reads for Depression Sufferers

by Maria Gaian | Mar 19, 2025 | 🧑🏼‍🤝‍🧑🏿 Community and Connection

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NOTE: I discuss mental health issues such as depression, anxiety and PTSD. Although I'm a certified (and fully insured) coach, counsellor and therapist, I’m NOT a doctor, psychiatrist or psychologist. I can’t prescribe medication or advise you whether to use medication or not.

My programs and advice aren’t a substitute for clinical help. However, they are designed to work in conjunction with your current care plan should you have one. Check with your care provider first. I won’t suggest anything that could be harmful to you. My aim is to help you to find ways to ditch the black dog of depression so you can feel happy, healthy, and whole.

*I really am a practising witch, but in order for my magick to work, you have to put in some effort. If you commit to changing your life, you will. It's worth it, I promise!​ I do NOT offer financial, legal, or medical advice. Please consult experts before taking any action. I'm also legally obliged to tell you that magickal work including Tarot readings are for entertainment purposes only.

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