Stress: recognising it and managing it
Stress is a totally normal response when things get a bit overwhelming. Sometimes though, the way we react to stress can start to get in the way of daily life. Normally, stress is triggered by
Connecting to Nature
It's Mental Health Awareness Week! And this year's theme is nature and the role it plays in fostering our mental and emotional wellbeing. As restrictions lift and Spring unfolds, what better time to make the
Seeking mental health support
Accessing support nowadays has become much more accessible compared to just a few years back. Furthermore, the flourishing of online mental health support platforms, such as InsideOut, has drastically cut down the time one has
Post-Pandemic Growth – Relating To Others
Part one of this series on post-pandemic growth that I posted last week focused on personal strength – how in the midst of this ongoing coronavirus pandemic, many of us are discovering our own internal
Post-Pandemic Growth – Personal Strength
Human beings have the capacity to deal with and benefit from hugely challenging situations. A question that we now face is - how do we want to live our lives post this pandemic. What do
5 strategies for managing anxiety
To be anxious is highly human according to the existentialists. Have you experienced a racing heart, sweating hands, not thinking straight and a stomach that is giving you all sorts of uncomfortable signals? So much
5 Reasons why Everyone Benefits from Art
Wonder about the connection between Arts & Well-being? The arts tell something that words alone can’t reach. However, the language of imagery can seem quite daunting to some people because it is not logical or
Thriving in a VUCA World
Last week, in an online symposium run by my University for its MAPP-CP (Masters in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology) students, I had the incredible opportunity to listen to and engage with multiple academics
Not Enough Time?
“You don’t build the life you want by saving time. You build the life you want, and then time saves itself. Recognizing that is what makes success possible.” ― Laura Vanderkam, American author Not enough