So here’s a day-old realization: I am burned out like never before. Since 2016, I have gone through immense challenges and while I did try and process them, it seems like I needed more time to do so. As a result of this and the pandemic, I have burned out HARD. Yesterday, I went out after …
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Too much to do, too little time? You’re not alone. Chronic busyness is a common problem today. Rising costs of living, frequent traffic jams, and perpetual deadlines at work are some factors that contribute to stress. The stress of modern life affects all of us mentally. The only difference is the magnitude; the effect is …
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Photo by Ann on Unsplash Nobody ever wants to think about the possibility of what to do if they lose someone close to them. But, unfortunately, it is something that will happen for some people. If you or someone you know has experienced this type of loss, here are 10 tips to help you handle …
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I am single. Did reading that make you feel sad? Well, it shouldn’t! Despite what society thinks, being single is a surefire way to live a full and meaningful life. Don’t believe me? Scroll down to see why being single is good for women’s mental health. 1. You become independent in the true sense of …
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2011 to 2012 was supposed to be my final year of IT engineering. But given that I had repeatedly failed to clear engineering maths III, a second-year subject, that was not the case. In other words, I failed in the academic year I was supposed to graduate. While I was no topper, I had always …
Photo by Olya Kobruseva from Pexels “I wish people could understand that the brain is the most important organ of our body. Just because you can’t see mental illness like you could see a broken bone, doesn’t mean it’s not as detrimental or devastating to a family or an individual.” — Demi Lovato With the increase in awareness …
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Just like boundaries, and self-care, toxic is a very popular word these days. It’s so popular that it is often used in the wrong context. It takes a lot for someone to be classified as toxic. But the way people use it, it seems like the world is chock-full of toxic people. As if! One …
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The holidays are stressful for a lot of people, especially for those of us with mental health issues like anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD. I know this because I have these issues and feel worse during this time of the year. And of course, the pandemic has made things worse in general. People have lost loved …
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Couples therapy is not only for couples experiencing conflicts, it can also help couples know each other better in a safe space. It is helpful for people at all stages of their relationship, irrespective of their socio-cultural backgrounds and identities. Let’s explore some common problems that it helps resolve. 1. Lack of communication This does …
Photo by Taras Chernus on Unsplash Everyone who follows mental health topics online has heard of the term ‘boundaries’. Unfortunately, like many popular mental health terms, it is grossly misused. That’s the reason why many people I know are: a) setting rigid, abusive, or unhealthy boundaries (narcissists are great at doing this to manipulate their …
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