Understanding avoidant attachment: In an age when the value of human life is high, and humans are living longer than ever, afterwards, we find ourselves navigating the twist and certainly turns of long-term relationships never previously seen. Each relationship contains complex factors pertaining to and influencing communication, bringing together mini cultures, intergenerational experiences and individuality …
Overthink (verb) To think too much about something: to put too much time into thinking or analysing something in a way that is more harmful than helpful (Merriam-Webster online dictionary). When does it become a problem? We all sometimes spend time overthinking, lying awake at night, ruminating about the past, trying to predict …
Mental health issues are very common in our modern-day society. Yet, many people are struggling to open up about their challenges and seek professional mental health support. One reason for this is the experience of toxic feelings such as guilt, shame, criticism, and self-blame for their symptoms. Other reasons are cultural and social beliefs and …
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Taking refuge in a foreign country you might be wondering, “Now what do I do?” or “How am I going to cope with this war?” There are various ways to cope during times of war, even when you are far away. This guide will give you a few coping strategies to help you get started. …
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Setting Healthy Boundaries This Holiday Season It’s the most wonderful time of the year – or at least it should be. The holidays are all about spending time with the ones you love. However, if you don’t have healthy boundaries, you’re setting yourself up for nothing but stress and unhappiness. Boundaries define who we …
Neuro-linguistic Programming (NLP): What is it? Neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) was developed in the 1970s and even if you’re not familiar with the therapy itself, some of its practices have seeped into popular culture. Ever seen a TV show where the protagonist spots a liar because of their eye movements? Or when body-language experts advise you …
The Dysfunctionality of Guilt Have you ever called someone by the wrong name? Broken something that wasn’t yours? Spilt a drink on someone, irreparably staining their favourite shirt? If so, you’ve likely experienced guilt. Guilt describes the sense of regret, responsibility, and self-consciousness we experience after we have done something we consider wrong. Typically, …
Does Social Media Help or Hinder Your Therapy Process? Whether you are struggling with a recent life event or have been working through mental health issues for a long period, therapy can play a major role in your healing process. Social media has become more than just a place to share random photos and …
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The global population is aging at a rapid pace, with the world’s population of individuals over 65 projected to double from 12% to 22% over the next thirty years – an increase in the older adult population of over 1.1 billion people! Universally there continues to be a strong association between aging and health issues …
When your job requires a person-centered approach, but you are also battling your own war within, it can be hard to open up to someone else about what you’re going through. You might be used to being the support system for others, and therefore it might be hard to accept that you need your own …
