In the fast-paced lives, balancing work, relationships, and societal expectations can feel overwhelming. For many, anxiety sneaks in silently, starting as a slight pressure that builds into a more significant weight over time. This gradual onset often makes it difficult to recognize anxiety for what it is until it has already taken a firm hold on our daily lives. The constant demands of modern living, coupled with the relentless pursuit of success and validation, create a bre

As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, many people find themselves feeling a bit down. For some, this struggle is more serious and takes the form of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)—a real type of depression that comes with the changing seasons. A staggering up to 20% of the population may be affected, and symptoms typically hit in the fall and winter months when sunlight is scarce. Understanding how to recognize and address SAD is crucial for finding a way to

Breakups are never easy. There is a bond between you and your partner, and that tie can be a real struggle to break. This is why an incredible 89% of people end up having sex with their ex after a breakup. Around 50% of couples break up and then get back together again. In some cases, breaking up and getting back together can help couples to affirm their relationship. However, in some cases, breakup sex or getting back with an ex is a way to manage the impact that the breakup

Trauma bonds are intense emotional attachments that are often seen in situations of abuse. They occur when a person forms a strong bond with someone who has caused them harm or trauma. These bonds can be incredibly powerful and can create a sense of familiarity and connection, even in unhealthy or abusive relationships. Trauma bonds can develop as a result of past experiences and unresolved wounds. For example, if someone experienced a difficult or traumatic childhood, they m

For many, it is unsurprising that depression, anxiety, and fatigue, referred to as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). However, people may be surprised that SAD can occur in summer too. Furthermore, around 10% of people with winter SAD may also be struggling with summer SAD. What Is Summertime SAD? While we associate SAD with gloomy winter conditions, SAD simply occurs when the body struggles to adjust to different seasons. More people struggle with shorter days and a lack of

The unconscious mind, a domain of automatic thoughts and internal impulses, significantly impacts our behaviors, decisions, and relationships, often affecting us without conscious awareness. Imagine a part of your mind that operates quietly, influencing your thoughts, behaviors, and decisions without you even realising it. This is the domain of the unconscious mind—a fascinating landscape that shapes our daily lives yet significant ways. 95%  of our mental activities occu

The phenomenon of blushing is an involuntary reaction triggered by specific events and is a physiological response. Blushing reflects genuine emotional expression. However, for many individuals, blushing can be distressing, leading to concerns about when and where it may occur. The subconscious uses blushing as a mechanism to remove us from situations it perceives as potentially embarrassing or uncomfortable, ultimately aiming to protect us. Paradoxically, this subconscious a

Have you ever found yourself dwelling on an insult or fixating on your mistakes? Criticisms often have a greater impact than compliments, and bad news frequently draws more attention than good. The reason for this is that negative events have a greater impact on our brains than positive ones. Psychologists refer to this as the negative bias (also called the negativity bias), and it can have a powerful effect on your behaviour, your decisions, and even your relationships. What

Toxic relationships are those which are damaging to use. A toxic person will often be controlling, negative self-cantered and dominant. Why Run From Toxic Relationships? There are so many reasons to free yourself from toxic relationships in your life. Negative people encourage negative actions and behaviours. They can cause anxiety and stress responses, are unhelpful to us and our relationships and don’t foster a healthy attitude. Here’s how to spot and prevent toxic behavi

Stress is the body's natural response to environmental changes that can have physical, emotional, and mental impacts. While it's a normal part of life, the inability to manage stress can have serious consequences on health and well-being. When a person faces a stressful event, the body releases hormones that prepare it for the fight-or-flight response, resulting in increased blood flow to the brain and major muscles. This leads to heightened senses, release of energy-providin

The critical inner voice is a well-integrated pattern of destructive thoughts toward ourselves and others. The nagging “voices,” or thoughts, that make up this internalized dialogue are at the root of much of our self-destructive and maladaptive behaviour. The critical inner voice is not an auditory hallucination; it is experienced as thoughts within your head. This stream of destructive thoughts forms an anti-self that discourages individuals from acting in their best intere

Painful periods (Dysmenorrhea) For those who experience menstrual periods with mild pain, it can be hard to believe how serious painful menstruation can be. Some women experience cramping and pain so severe they are unable to go to work, go to school, or care for their families. Pain can be accompanied by nausea, upset stomach, headaches and all-over body aches and pains and can be severe enough to affect overall health and wellbeing. Hypnotherapy can help you learn to contro

Emotional healing is a process in which you accept all your painful life experiences and the negative emotional reaction generated from them. It means you have mastered the art of coping with various stressors. When you are emotionally healed, you don’t feel the psychological hurt that was bothering you some time back. Your mental wounds have closed up, and you do not feel any significant pain. In this process of healing, your past will not become an obstacle to living the pr