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Christmas: Finding stillness in the season

As the Christmas season approaches, many of us begin to feel the weight of expectations—both from ourselves and others. It’s a time filled with family gatherings, celebrations, and the hustle of gift-giving, but it can also be a time of stress, overwhelm, and even loneliness. For many the holiday season brings mixed emotions, and I’d […]

Navigating the Path to Healing Overwhelming Emotional Experiences

When life throws overwhelming experiences our way, it’s easy to feel disconnected, both from ourselves and from others. Whether it’s from loss, significant life changes, or old wounds that have never truly healed, these feelings can leave us feeling stuck, uncertain, and even exhausted. If this sounds familiar, I want to remind you that healing […]

Calm Your Mind: 5 Effective Tools to Stress-Proof Your Brain

Stress is something most of us experience daily, whether it’s due to work pressures, personal challenges, or life’s unpredictability. What many don’t realise is just how deeply stress affects mental health and the brain. When stress strikes, our brain’s amygdala—a small, almond-shaped structure—kicks into gear, triggering the fight-or-flight response and releasing stress hormones like cortisol. While […]

A New Perspective and the Power of Connection

Well-being begins with how we view ourselves. At its core, mental well-being is shaped by the relationship we have with ourselves, which influences how we interact with others. By nurturing a positive self-relationship, we can build healthier connections with the people around us. Unfortunately, many people still see themselves through a narrow lens, focusing on […]