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Understanding is progress – “Anxiety” Pt.2

Understanding what’s behind my feelings: Sometimes, it’s hard to say what causes anxiety or anxiety-related feelings. In our last post, we discussed defining and adopting different vocabulary for what we may be experiencing. I’ve listed a few personal things that have influenced how I feel and react to everyday situations. People’s perceptions: Worrying about whatContinue reading “Understanding is progress – “Anxiety” Pt.2”

This month’s reminder: LookafterU4me

In a world that is often so performance-oriented; it can be easy to put pressure on ourselves that is unhelpful. But when you’ve tried your best, and done all you can do: acknowledge it. Write it down, internalise that you’ve done your best and the rest can be left till another date. So, don’t beContinue reading “This month’s reminder: LookafterU4me”

The benefits of journaling? from a journal-keeper [Healing Series pt1 of 2]

By the end of this post, I hope I might persuade an aspiring journal writers to put it to paper. And join the other journal-keepers on a journey to self-discovery and healing. For those who have been active one’s writing pursuits keep at it. You are not alone. If you’ve taken a break from journalingContinue reading “The benefits of journaling? from a journal-keeper [Healing Series pt1 of 2]”

Expecting the unexpected: Regulating Emotions series- Lookafteru4me 🥹☺️🫢

“Why should I expect something good to happen, when nothing ever does?” Ummm we may have thought it, we may have felt it inside.But with what expectation is it said? Agreement? Sympathy? Compassion? relatability? Counsel? Feeling a bit discouraged This statement may have never crossed one’s lips. But can be evident in one’s outlook on life.Continue reading “Expecting the unexpected: Regulating Emotions series- Lookafteru4me 🥹☺️🫢”

It’s February❤️: time for good ‘mental health.’

Many of us know too well the uncharted silent progression towards mental health issues. Some of us have witnessed first hand, mental deterioration at its worst in ourselves and those close to us, and never want to go there again.