February might be best known as the month of love but it’s also National Random Acts of Kindness Month, where we’re reminded to show some platonic love to family, friends, colleagues, and even strangers. Random acts of kindness are small, unexpected gestures that aim to bring happiness to others. These acts can have a profound […]
Have you ever had an experience where you are so sure you remember something as an obvious fact but it later turned out to be completely false? When I last visited my family in the UK, my sister and I were talking about our grandmother’s death in 1992. I went on to mention how her […]
As the year comes to a close, it’s important to reflect on the past year and express gratitude for ourselves and others. Year-end reflection and gratitude can have significant benefits for our mental health and well-being. While it can be tempting to think about where things went wrong and what could have gone better, thinking […]
Grief is a complex and deeply personal experience, but not all forms of grieving are readily acknowledged or supported by society. Enter disenfranchised grief, a concept that sheds light on the unspoken sorrows many people endure without the recognition or validation they deserve. Disenfranchised grief refers to losses that, typically, aren’t supported by traditional perspectives […]
Whenever we think about our shortcomings and mistakes we might have made, we often forget to extend the same kindness and compassion to ourselves that we readily offer to others. Self-compassion, a concept rooted in mindfulness and self-awareness, plays a crucial role in our overall well-being and mental health. It empowers us to navigate life’s […]
The festive holiday season is typically seen as a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. However, it can also be a time of stress, anxiety, and depression for many people. In this article, we will discuss what festive holiday stress is, its causes, signs to look out for, and ways to manage it. What is […]
