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The Power of Self-Compassion

Life gets hard sometimes. Can we be kind to ourselves when it matters the most? Imagine getting a call from a close friend. “Hey,” you say, picking up the phone. “How are you?” “Terrible,” she replies, her voice shaky with emotion. “You know Sam, the guy I’ve been dating? He

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Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

Do you sometimes feel like a fraud, questioning your achievements, skills, or competence? Maybe you worry that you’re not truly qualified or deserving of the role you find yourself in, even when all the evidence suggests otherwise. If these thoughts resonate with you, know that you are not alone. We

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Understanding Attachment Styles: How Early Experiences Shape Us

In the ongoing debate of nature versus nurture, both elements significantly influence who we are. While our genetic makeup dictates certain traits, our early experiences and environment play crucial roles in our emotional and social development. As part of the ‘nurture’ aspect, we all need a safe and loving environment

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What is Couple Therapy? | A Detailed Guide

When two people live together, arguments and conflicts are inevitable. However, if you feel like these disagreements are becoming frequent, taking away the peace of your relationship, couple’s therapy can be a lifeline. It helps you regain harmony, communication, and understanding within your relationship so you both feel happy and

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Navigating Jealousy in Relationships

Embarking on the journey of managing jealousy within romantic relationships can feel like navigating through a maze of emotions. It’s a path fraught with uncertainties, triggered by the innate fear of losing the person we hold dear to someone else. If you find yourself grappling with feelings of possessiveness, mistrust,

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Calm the brain, Calm the storm

The journey of parenting is like weathering an unpredictable chaotic storm. At times, you may face unexpected challenges that threaten to knock you off the balance. Other times, you are in the eye of the storm, savouring every moment of hard-earned calmness, while staying hyper-vigilant for the next returning storm. 

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True Story: Relationship Injury in Couple Relationship

Relationship injuries can inflict profound psychological trauma within various interpersonal connections, including parent-child bonds, romantic partnerships, and close friendships. This article delves into the narrative of Debbie and Mark, shedding light on the complex dynamics and emotional turmoil they faced in their couple relationship. By exploring their challenges and the

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Re-thinking Emotional Darkness

Can we learn to embrace our suffering? After the border reopened, our family took a long-awaited vacation to New Zealand to be away from the city. One of our stops was at Lake Tekapo – near the middle of the South Island. Apart from the beautiful turquoise lake, this place

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Miscarriage and Pregnancy Loss

Miscarriages are common – more common than what most people think.  1 in 2 fertilized eggs die spontaneously, without the woman even realizing that she had been pregnant. And among women who are expecting, 1 out of 4 will miscarry within the first three months. A woman suffering from a

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What is Mental Health?

We have been hearing people talking a lot about mental health nowadays, what is mental health and what does having a good mental health entail? In this blog, we are going to outline the features of a healthy mind, so that it can helps us to identify what can go

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Common Mental Health Issues in Singapore

The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a mental health crisis worldwide, and we, Singaporeans, have been impacted by it too. The devastating effects of the pandemic are apparent in almost everyone’s daily lives, increasing the number of people suffering from anxiety, depression, and other mental disorders. A study conducted by

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Tips to Boost Your Mental Health During Covid-19

To succeed and make the most out of our life, it’s important to take care of our physical and mental well-being. A journey of a thousand miles always begins with a small step in a healthier direction. Here are some tips to help manage your mental well-being:   1. Reach

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Benefits of psychotherapy for Mental Health

Calling for help is not easy. If you are reading this article, chances are, you either think you need help, you think someone else needs help, or someone thinks you need help. Whatever the case, this is a good first step. Psychotherapy can be a daunting subject. Please allow me

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How To Sleep Better Naturally

Amongst its many detriments, the Covid-19 pandemic has also taken a toll on Singaporeans’ ability to sleep well. A recent survey revealed that close to 1 in 3 Singaporeans slept less in 2021 and the top reason behind the loss of sleep is work. Working from home has diluted the

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