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How Mindfulness can help with the Holiday Season

For many, the holiday season brings a great deal of joy. The festivities are a great chance to catch up and celebrate with family, friends and good food, unwinding and reflecting on the past year. However, this period can also bring stress; it may be difficult for some, particularly those who may have lost loved […]

The benefits of spending time in nature

The modern world is fast-paced, competitive and stressful. It is also becoming increasingly digitalised. Our daily lives are busier than ever before, and we are under increasing amounts of pressure, be it work, school or otherwise. It is challenging to carve out the time in our daily routines to do the things that truly bring […]

Why you should be thankful for difficult people

Even if you’re as cool as a cucumber, there’ll always be somebody to test your patience! Whether they’re criticising you, belittling you, or simply ignoring you, people can be challenging. So, what is the best way to deal with difficult people? Well, contrary to popular belief, the best way to deal with challenging people is […]

Self-esteem vs self-acceptance: Which is more important?

When it comes to discussing mental health, self-esteem and self-acceptance are important topics.  But what’s the difference between self-esteem and self-acceptance? Self-esteem is a measure of how we think we compare to others. But, because others can change, so too can our self-esteem. Self-acceptance, on the other hand, is timeless and enduring. It is achieved […]

How to use mindfulness to stop procrastinating

Can we use mindfulness to stop procrastinating? Have you had the same few things on your ‘to-do’ list for weeks, with your inbox piling up and the mountain of work you’ve meant to get started on continually growing? Whether its avoiding difficult personal conversations, delaying work tasks or struggling with academic procrastination, just remember you’re […]

“Am I stuck in life?”: Exploring what it means to feel stuck in life and what you can do about it

It can be a difficult subject to talk about but feeling stuck in life is something that many of us go through at one time or another. That overwhelming sense that you’re not where you want to be, but also feeling clueless as to where that ‘place’ actually is, can lead to a build-up of […]

5 steps to increase your emotional intelligence

High emotional intelligence is being hailed as equally, if not more, important than a high IQ. In this article, we explore why emotional intelligence is so important and what you can do to increase yours. Why is emotional intelligence important? Research into the importance of emotional intelligence (also known as ‘EQ’) has highlighted the positive […]

Emotional maturity: how to identify and develop

Emotional maturity is a prerequisite for a contented life and can be a pivotal factor in how we deal with the world around us. So what is this magical character trait and how can it be achieved? What is emotional maturity? When we think about maturity, the first thing that comes to mind is usually […]

Shadow self: how knowing your dark side can help you in life

Psychologist Carl Jung stated that integrating your shadow can lead to a more fulfilling life. But what is the shadow self? How do we identify it? Let’s take a look. What is the shadow self? Jungian theory explained Carl Jung was a Swiss psychoanalyst and psychiatrist who researched aspects of the human psyche in the […]

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