Building Bouncing Back: Fostering Resilience in Teenagers The teenage years are a whirlwind of social pressures, academic challenges, and emotional upheavals. It’s no surprise that navigating these complexities can be tough. But what separates teens who thrive from those who struggle? The answer lies in a key skill: resilience. Resilience is the ability to bounce…
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From Snap Judgment to Conscious Choice: Shifting from Reactive to Responsive Reactions Ever feel like you’re on autopilot, reacting to situations without much thought? You’re not alone. Our fast-paced world bombards us with stimuli, triggering knee-jerk reactions that can be far from ideal. But what if we could take a step back, choose our response,…
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The Power of Rest: Recharging Body and Mind Beyond Sleep We all know the importance of sleep. It’s when our bodies repair and our minds consolidate memories. But what about rest? In our constantly buzzing world, the concept of true rest – a state beyond simply lying down – seems almost forgotten. Yet, as Dr.…
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How Technology Impacts Our Mental Wellbeing Technology has woven itself into the fabric of our lives. From smartphones to social media, it offers a constant stream of connection, information, and entertainment. But this digital revolution isn’t without its shadows. While technology offers undeniable benefits, its influence on our mental health paints a complex picture. The…
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Mastering Your Emotions in Stressful Times This is not a quick fix. People of all ages are constantly trying, failing, and re-trying to master their emotions. Here is a brief overview of things and view points that might help you. It’s a starting place! Life throws curveballs. Deadlines loom, relationships fray, and unexpected events can…
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The Powerful Benefits of Journaling In our fast-paced world, our thoughts and emotions can often feel like scattered leaves in a whirlwind. Journaling offers a sanctuary – a space to capture these fleeting experiences, explore your inner world, and reap a multitude of benefits. Whether you’re a seasoned writer or a curious beginner, here’s why…
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A Guide to Believing in Yourself Confidence. It’s that elusive quality we all crave – the ability to walk into a room with your head held high, express yourself clearly, and pursue your goals with unwavering belief. But for many of us, confidence feels more like a distant dream than a lived reality. The good…
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Your World Shapes You: How Environment Impacts Your Brain and Mental Health We often think of mental health as an internal state, but the world around us plays a surprisingly powerful role. From the air we breathe to the social circles we navigate, our environment can significantly influence our brain function and mental well-being. Let’s…
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One of my favourite expressions is….. “you can’t choose the (life) cards you’ve been dealt, but you get to play the s**t out of the hand you’ve been given” Sometime in our lives we get dealt a bad hand. It can just be one of those things or it ca be a part of our…
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How good are you at trusting your gut instincts, your subconscious? Some of us will find this easy, others will get a feeling or a sense and just ignore it-put it down to tiredness, hormones or even digestion! Many lifetimes ago we were all much more in tune with our gut instincts, we had to…
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