9 Types of Toxic Traits Amongst Friendships
As human beings, we all look for companionship. Whether it is in the form of a relationship or a friendship, we tend to thrive on the support and intimacy that others render us. As compared to male friendships, female friendships are a bigger source of emotional support, laughter and solidarity for women. However, in desire […]
Why do women seldom move from inaction to action?
We live in a society where women are stereotyped to be caring, nurturing and supportive while men are glamourised as assertive, decisive and aggressive. Although people possess the abilities to transgress their societal roles, for women it means shifting their identity – the one they have been brought up with and socialised into. For women, […]
Allyship is the key to unlocking the power of diversity
Allyship refers to collaborating and championing each other’s successes. It evokes a sense of humility by understanding that we do not have all the answers and in order to achieve success, working together is of utmost importance. It allows us to learn together, frame problems and brainstorm solutions. It creates a space to thrive and […]
Building Bridges: How to Foster Inclusivity Across Social Divides
Whether we like it or not, a divide exists in our society between various groups based on ethnicity, race, socio-economic levels, gender and sexual identity, religion, political affiliations, geographic regions, urban, suburban and rural setting, etc. This may be because many individuals are inclined towards associating with people who are socially similar to them, thereby […]
How to catch yourself before gratitude turns into toxic positivity?
Have you grown up hearing: “Finish your food because there are starving children in the world.” “Be grateful, things could be a lot worse.” “Everything happens for a reason.” This is toxic positivity. It is an overgeneralization of happiness and optimism across all situations, disregarding unpleasant emotions and impending issues. While positivity empowers us to […]
Community Connections: Building Support Networks Through Positive Engagement
The word ‘community’ has different connotations. But typically, they are defined as structures of social interaction, united around a shared sense of identity, commonly held group norms and ongoing interactions between members. They are based on geographical locations as well as relational ties. Moreover, communities mean different things to different people. They range from families […]
Stop Managing Stress. Start Releasing It: The TRE® Revolution
What is Stress? There is a common misconception that stress needs ‘managing’, but this misunderstands the role that stress plays in our mindbody. Stress is the way in which our mindbodies communicate to us that we are moving outside of our safe zones, physically, emotionally or mentally. Stress bids us to beware. It’s a warning […]
The Impact of Mindfulness in Everyday Life
As you browse through your phone with a podcast playing in the background, nibbling on your lunch at your desk, you mentally replay a conversation from yesterday while dreading tomorrow’s meeting. Does that scenario resonate with you? This divided focus not only tires us out but also prevents us from fully experiencing and enjoying life. […]
The Hidden Cost of Financial Anxiety: How Money Worries Impact Mental Wellness
Financial anxiety (or distress) is characterized by an individual’s reaction to the condition of their personal finances. It is defined as a psychosocial syndrome whereby individuals have an uneasy and unhealthy attitude toward engaging with, and administering their personal finances in an effective way. Both day-to-day money problems and long-term financial concerns play a […]
The Future of Care: How AI is Transforming Mental Health Support
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into mental healthcare represents a profound shift, merging cutting-edge technology with the intricate and deeply personal dynamics of human psychology. AI possesses remarkable capabilities, such as efficiently handling extensive datasets and facilitating the examination of complex patterns and relationships. Thus, it has the potential to revolutionize diagnosis, treatment and […]