READ Making New Year’s resolutions is a tradition for many people, as a new year often brings the perception of a fresh start or a clean slate. We often feel excited or simply obligated to embark on significant behavioural changes each January. However, resolutions are much easier to make than to keep, and surveys …
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READ New Year’s resolutions: the time when our thoughts turn to self-improvement and personal growth – whether it’s committing to more exercise, picking up a new skill or prioritising self-care. These resolutions can bring excitement, as we envision the possibilities of achieving our goals, but they can also carry a sense of apprehension about falling …
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READ Have you ever found yourself trapped in an overthinking cycle of negative thoughts, where your mind seems to be its own worst critic, relentlessly feeding you discouragement or anxiety? These insidious mental patterns are known as Negative Automatic Thoughts, and it’s possible to overcome them in three steps. What are negative automatic thoughts? …
READ Self-compassion is the practice of being kind to yourself, acknowledging your imperfections without judgement, and understanding that everyone experiences periods of struggle. It integrates self-kindness, common humanity, and mindfulness into your life, fostering a healthier relationship with yourself and longer-term emotional resilience. Self-compassion begins with treating oneself with the same kindness and understanding …
READ Yoga, an ancient practice that has stood the test of time, is often recommended for managing depression and anxiety. The practice has been celebrated for its holistic approach to well-being — but can practising yoga genuinely ease the symptoms of poor mental health? The short answer: Yes, but it’s not a cure. Yoga’s connection …
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READ Stage fear, often referred to as performance anxiety, can be a crippling and distressing experience, affecting personal and professional growth. Here’s how to overcome it. What is stage fear Stage fear — also known as performance anxiety, fear of public speaking, presentation anxiety, and more — is the overwhelming sense of dread …
READ The terms “stress” and “pressure” are often used interchangeably, but they are actually fundamentally different mental states with very different effects on mental and physical well-being. Learning to recognise the difference between stress and pressure enables us to learn and apply the right skills for managing each, reducing their negative effects on us. Recognising …
READ In life’s quietest moments, certain celebrities transcend their personas and reputations. Actor Matthew Perry, best known globally for his role as Chandler on the late ‘90s American sitcom FRIENDS, was such a one. Perry, who passed away Saturday, became a part of our lives in a way that felt like we’d known him personally …
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READ High-functioning depression is a popular way to describe how some people who experience depression do not display overt signs of struggle in their daily lives. High-functioning depression is not a clinical diagnosis, but rather a way of acknowledging that appearances can be deceiving when it comes to mental health struggles. Many people seem …
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READ Exam fear, also known as exam anxiety, is a very common phenomenon. It can be experienced by students of any age or background – from young children, to junior college and university students, to older adults pursuing a graduate degree or professional certification. For some, exam fear causes outright dread, panic, or fear – …
