How to harness your mind: mindfulness and meditation

Mindfulness and meditation are practices that have been shown to reduce anxiety and depression. There is strong evidence that supports that these practices can have a significant positive impact on mental health. In this blog post, we will explore the science behind mindfulness and meditation and why they are effective in reducing anxiety and depression.Continue reading “How to harness your mind: mindfulness and meditation”

How Therapy Works (Hint: it’s not magic!)

Sometimes therapy gets talked about in an elusive way, making it a bit confusing to understand. If you ask a friend who is in therapy what they do, you might get responses like, “I do talk therapy,” or “my therapist helps me sort things out.” Sometimes therapy seems to be a lot of talking, withoutContinue reading “How Therapy Works (Hint: it’s not magic!)”

Guilt vs. Shame & how to differentiate and manage both

Guilt and shame are two emotions that are often used interchangeably, but they have distinct differences in their meaning and impact on an individual’s life. According to renowned researcher and author Brené Brown, guilt and shame are not the same things and understanding the difference between the two is crucial for developing emotional resilience. GuiltContinue reading “Guilt vs. Shame & how to differentiate and manage both”

Discovering Simple Moments of Joy in the Everyday

George Bernard Shaw stated, “The joy in life is to be used for a purpose. I want to be used up when I die.” Mother Theresa said, “A joyful heart is the inevitable result of a heart burning with love.” Buddha postulated that “We are shaped by our thoughts; we become what we think. WhenContinue reading “Discovering Simple Moments of Joy in the Everyday”

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