Janet Ledger of Community Business: Creating a world where DEI and belonging are at the forefront
“Belonging is the missing piece in diversity, equity, and inclusion” says Janet Ledger, CEO of Community Business. As someone who worked in a male dominated industry often, she felt like she did not belong, based on her gender and her socio-economic status amongst other things. For Janet, it is important that everyone feels heard and […]
Hope for love: Can couples’ counselling rescue your marriage?
Relationship psychologist Barbara De Angelis reminds us, “Marriage is not a noun; it’s a verb. It isn’t something you get. It is something you do”. Part of “doing marriage” entails keeping our relationships in good health. A good marriage is not created by luck, it is created by effort. Perhaps your marriage may benefit from […]
Healing Trauma: An Integrated Approach to Mental Health
It was the unbearable strain of her high-conflict marriage that compelled Kim (*name changed), a working mother of two, to seek mental health support through psychotherapy. Facing ongoing emotional abuse and episodes of physical aggression within her eight-year marriage, Kim felt overwhelmed and trapped in a cycle of despair and hopelessness. Her system in a […]
Bullying and Mental Health: Identifying and responding to bullying
Bullying is a common problem in Hong Kong, as it is in many countries and regions across the world (Johansson et al., 2022). Bullying can have a big impact on a child. The experience of being bullied is associated with poorer concentration, lower school attendance, a weaker sense of belonging in school, and lower academic […]
Suicide and loneliness in seafarers
The isolation and stresses of life at sea can lead to severe psychological challenges, including suicidal thoughts. The emotional toll of these issues and the struggles of supporting colleagues in distress are ongoing issues. Allied to this are concerns as to whether seagoing suicide data is accurate. Seafarer Suicide There are many things that training […]
Exploring the Benefits of Hypnotherapy for Modern Mental Health Care
In today’s fast-paced world, mental health is a growing concern. While traditional therapies like CBT and medication are common, many are exploring hypnotherapy as an alternative evidence-based modality. Hypnotherapy uses guided hypnosis to promote positive behavioural and emotional changes. Its non-invasive nature and versatility make it a valuable tool for managing various mental health issues, […]
Embracing Menopause: Understanding the changes, signs, and symptoms
Menopause is a natural event that affects half of humankind, but there is no universal experience. Based on natural menopause alone it is estimated that the number of menopausal women worldwide will reach 1.1 billion by 2030; yet, why is it that we still know so little about it? The stigma that surrounds menopause and […]
Welcoming the new Academic Year : Supporting the mental health and wellbeing of children for a smooth start
As the summer comes to an end, many children are gearing up to head back to the classroom and this comes with a host of stressors for children and parents alike. However, a little planning could help both you and your child’s wellbeing as they shift from the summer schedule to a daily school routine. […]
2024 Community Business Awards : Celebrating the achievements of organisations and individuals in Asia who are champions of DE&I and Wellbeing
The Community Business Awards celebrates leaders (organisations and individuals) across Asia who have worked passionately and achieved great strides in diversity, equity, inclusion, and wellbeing. This year marks the second year of the awards with an impressive list of finalists with significant achievements in their categories. The awards will be held on the 5th of […]
Navigating Adversities Through Compassion and Gratitude : My Transformative Story
Disruption can either empower us or haunt us. The personal impact of unexpected life events depends on the meaning we choose to give them. Experiencing self-harm as a teenager, health scares, being made redundant while I was sick and dealing with dad guilt were some of the challenges I had to learn how to navigate. […]