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Hope for love: Can couples’ counselling rescue your marriage?

A therapist guides a couple in a counseling session, fostering communication and understanding to strengthen their relationship.

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

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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

Two kids verbally tease the third, illustrating the impact of bullying on mental health, with the victim showing visible distress and isolation.

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

A rescue tire for suicide & loneliness" floats, symbolizing support and hope for seafarers facing mental health challenges and isolation.

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

A therapist conducts hypnotherapy on a patient lying on a couch in a clinic, creating a calming environment to facilitate relaxation and treatment.

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

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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 […]

2024 Community Business Awards : Celebrating the achievements of organisations and individuals in Asia who are champions of DE&I and Wellbeing

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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

Facing challenges with compassion and gratitude. Standing resilient.

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. […]

My Morning Routine: Developing healthy habits

"Hands cradle a half-bowl shaped like Earth, with a single drop of water poised to fall into it, symbolizing care for the planet and its resources."

I am an ardent lover of self-help books and enjoy reading the wisdom and sometimes applying it to my own life. One thing common that I have seen across several self-help books meant to create powerful personalities is the call to have solid morning routines. While I am an early morning bird did not really […]