Everything You Need To Know To Improve Your Mental Health in 2021

2020 was tough…that much is obvious. We experienced the biggest global pandemic of a century, people lost their homes, their jobs and even their loved ones. They also lost their ability in many ways to manage and improve their mental health. For me as a psychologist, I found the past …

Distraction and Self-Care – What’s the Difference?

Imagine a scenario in which a person goes to see a therapist for help in dealing with depression/anxiety. The therapist tells them to use self-care by doing whatever makes them feel better: get immersed in a good book; watch a series on Netflix; go for long walks, etc.- with the …

How to Reflect…Without Ruminative Brooding by Chelsea Robin

It may be common ground to propose that we all initially experience ourselves as neutral, objective and separate. This assumption is incorrect and once recognized reflection can occur. Reflection involves recognising we all have bias’ and we are influenced by our genetics, environment and culture. Within a conversation, why did …

Good Routines That Make You A Happier And A More Successful Person

The world has changed and continues to change. Some things remain the same, such as key habits for success and happiness. To reach these things you have to achieve certain steps and have goals that will help you upgrade your daily habits. Only continuity and good routines can make you …

What Natural Remedies Might Help With Anxiety? by Henna Lawrence

Anxiety is a healthy emotion, and we all feel anxious before a test or an interview or making an important decision, it comes along uninvited. The moment it takes the shape of a disorder, it takes a different course, the distress and the overwhelming feelings of fear and terror become …