Life often nudges us towards decisions we know we need to make, yet fear can hold us back. Whether it’s leaving a draining situation, starting something new, or setting a firm boundary, unresolved choices can weigh heavily on both the mind and body. What if making those bold decisions, even when they feel scary, is exactly what your nervous system needs to feel calm and balanced?
In this article, we’ll look at how stepping into the decisions you’ve been avoiding can ease...
When we go through challenging or traumatic experiences, it’s natural to identify as a survivor. The word itself holds strength and resilience, symbolising that we’ve made it through the storm. However, as powerful as “survivor” is, it’s only one step in the journey. To truly embrace healing and empowerment, it’s time to shift the narrative to that of a thriver.
Here’s why:
Survivor vs Thriver: The Key Difference
A survivor is someone who has endured,...
As we step into 2025, many of us are looking for ways to nurture our mental and emotional well-being. Setting meaningful mental health goals is an empowering way to prioritise self-care and personal growth. It’s not just about resolutions that fade by February but about creating sustainable shifts that honour your unique journey. Let’s explore how you can do just that.
Empowerment Through Clarity: Define Mental Health Goals That Matter
Before setting any goal, take a moment to...
Life has a way of testing us. One moment, everything feels calm and predictable; the next, we’re standing in the middle of a storm, with the wind tearing through everything familiar. These winds of life—stress, loss, conflict—are inevitable. The real question isn’t whether they’ll come. The question is: how will you respond when they do?
Imagine a tree in the midst of a storm. Two trees, standing side by side, face the same gusts of wind. One...
In a world driven by likes, shares, and endless validation from external sources, the idea of seeking connection with oneself feels… almost revolutionary, doesn’t it? People everywhere are searching for deep, meaningful relationships—with partners, friends, colleagues—anyone but themselves. And yet, this relationship with “self” is the most important and the one that, ironically, we often ignore.
Let’s clear up a common misconception right away:...
In any relationship—whether it’s romantic, familial, or friendship—emotional responsibility plays a key role in keeping things healthy. When people take ownership of their actions and how those actions affect others, relationships have the space to thrive. On the flip side, when people dodge responsibility, blame others, or refuse to change harmful behaviours, relationships can become toxic quickly.
What does emotional responsibility look like? Basically it is how it shapes...
Ever feel like you’re running in circles with someone you love? Like one of you is always chasing, and the other is playing hide-and-seek but forgot to tell you where they’re hiding? Congratulations—you’ve entered the wild ride known as the anxious-avoidant relationship cycle.
This pattern shows up when one person craves closeness (anxious attachment) and the other feels like closeness is an emotional straitjacket (avoidant attachment). It can feel like both of you...
What Are Blindspots, Anyway?
Have you ever driven a car, checked your mirrors, and still managed to miss a cyclist coming up beside you? That little oversight, the one lurking just out of view, is what we call a blindspot.
But here’s the thing—blindspots aren’t just for the road. We have them in our minds too. These are the mental gaps that keep us from seeing our own flaws, or sometimes even the less-than-perfect behaviours of those around us. It’s like our brains...
Ever found yourself scrolling through social media, thinking, “Wait, am I supposed to be like that?” You know the feeling—those moments when everyone seems to have a strong opinion on who you should be. They tell you how to dress, how to act, and even how to think. Before you know it, you're morphing into someone else’s idea of "you," like a chameleon without the cool colour-changing powers.
But here’s the truth: when you don’t truly know who you are, other...
Have you ever caught yourself reacting in a way that feels, well, outdated? Like you're using a map from 1995 to navigate today's world? That's what happens when old survival habits—those coping mechanisms that once helped us get through tough times—stick around longer than needed. They’re like the security blanket we can’t seem to ditch, even when it's way past its prime. Why do we hang on to these habits and, more importantly, how to let them go with a little grace?
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