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Grieving vs. Moving On: Society’s Contradictory Judgments on Healing After Loss

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Finding Hope After Heartbreak: Coping with the Grief of Losing a Partner and Embracing Life Again

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Re: Navigating the Deepest Loss: Grieving the Death of a Child

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The Healing Power of Dogs: How Our Four-Legged Friends Boost our Mental Health

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Breaking Patterns: The Healing Force of Family Therapy

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How to Write a Condolence Card?

While texts and WhatsApps are kind, they often get lost. Letters, on the other hand, can be kept and reread during difficult moments, even decades later. As for what to say, it’s your intention that matters more than the words.

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Coping with Grief after a Sudden Death

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Protecting Childhood: The Case for Phone-Free Schools and Social Media Limits

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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): More Than Just the "Winter Blues”

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How to Combat the September Sunday Scaries: Tips for a Smoother Transition into Monday

As summer winds down and September arrives, many people experience a familiar feeling: the Sunday Scaries. This heightened sense of anxiety can creep in on Sunday evenings as the weekend comes to a close and the workweek looms ahead.

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Are you experiencing an end-of-summer slump?

As summer draws to a close and the summer holidays come to an end, many of us might find ourselves battling a less-than-enthusiastic mindset. The end-of-summer slump is a phenomenon that can leave us feeling unmotivated, disheartened, or simply uninspired.

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Bringing Up Race: Raising Kind Children in a Prejudiced World

In an era where conversations about race and equality are more urgent than ever, Uju Asika's book, "Bringing Up Race: How to Raise Kind Children in a Prejudiced World," serves as a vital guide for parents navigating the complexities of raising children in a society rife with prejudice.

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What are you carrying from the past that is no longer needed in the present?

Life is a tapestry of experiences, and each thread has a story to tell.

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Navigating Life Without the Guidance of a Mother: A Journey of Healing and Resilience

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Preparing yourself for the work of holidays

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Let’s talk about men: the silent crisis of loneliness

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Acknowledging the silent grief of childlessness

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How harmful is social media on our young?

Researchers have found that a simple intervention aimed at reducing our social media use, particularly among young adults, can significantly enhance mental health. Recent research conducted by the University of Iowa revealed that if young adults cut their social media usage to just 30 minutes a day, they experience a notably reduced risk of mental health problems. In fact, those who limited their social media consumption reported significant declines in levels of depression, anxiety, and loneliness.

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Grieving a living loss: navigating life after a health diagnosis

All of us know from our own experiences that grief comes in many forms. For me, this is a concept I refer to as “living loss.” Living loss can encompass various life events, such as the end of a relationship, the loss of a job, and, of course, receiving a life-changing health diagnosis. But what happens when you or someone significant in your life receives such a diagnosis?

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Know your glimmers and triggers

Glimmers are cues of safety for us and the opposite of triggers, which are cues of danger. Glimmers are sparks of joy that bring us moments of positivity, safety, or connection. Micro-moments that we can intentionally look for through the day to keep us calm.

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Understanding seasonal affective disorder (SAD): symptoms, causes and solutions

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Understanding hate: a complex emotion we must confront

All of us have the capacity to hate. It is as integral to the human experience as love itself. Hate is a natural emotional response deeply rooted in our psychological makeup—one that we must learn to manage effectively for our well-being.

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Embracing the messiness of life

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Move more, live better: tips for incorporating movement into your daily life

In today's fast-paced world, where self-care often takes a back seat, prioritising movement becomes a vital antidote to the stresses of daily life. From a leisurely stroll in nature to a soothing yoga session or the joy of dancing to our favourite songs, movement has the power to uplift our spirits, ease anxiety, and bolster resilience.

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How to stay calm when your child is losing it

Parenting is a journey filled with countless joys and challenges. One of the most trying moments can be when your child is having a meltdown. These moments can test even the most patient among us. Today, I want to share some compassionate strategies to help you stay calm and supportive when your child is losing it, turning these difficult times into opportunities for connection and growth.

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Navigating single parenthood through grief

When a partner dies, the challenge of parenting children as a single parent is one of the toughest hurdles one can face.

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Doing good does good for you

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The power of hand-written condolence cards: a meaningful gesture in our virtual world

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The benefits of napping...😴

Naps are often associated with the elderly or those lazy afternoons where you might doze off in an armchair. However, recent research suggests that taking a short nap—just 25 to 30 minutes—can be incredibly beneficial for your brain.

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Ways to support a loved one through a period of change

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Healthy ways to process anger

Anger is a natural and important emotion that provides valuable information about our needs and boundaries. However, when left unchecked, it can trap us in a negative loop, escalating our frustration and leading to destructive outcomes. We don’t want that. And so, here are some techniques I use that help process my anger in a healthy way.

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The power and healing in writing letters

In an age dominated by instant communication and digital connections, the art of letter writing may seem quaint, but it holds a unique power that can be both therapeutic and transformative. Whether we are grappling with complex emotions or feeling immense gratitude, putting pen to paper can provide an essential outlet for our thoughts and feelings.

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The long arm of trauma. Trauma can remain in our bodies for decades.

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Post traumatic growth

Post-traumatic growth never denies the devastation of the traumatic event, which needs to be processed, but it shows that for some people the experience can lead to growth

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Navigating eco anxiety: strategies for finding balance and taking action

In today’s world, the looming threat of climate change and environmental degradation has sparked a wave of eco-anxiety among individuals worldwide.

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How do I know if my child needs therapy?

There are no hard and fast rules about the 'right' time to seek therapy for your child. It might be that you just see them struggling and feel some help from a therapist would be useful and that's great!

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How to prioritise a healthy work-life balance?

It is important to ask yourself if are you are consciously managing your time and energy to ensure that work does not overshadow your personal responsibilities and life and vice versa.

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