Self growth

Many of our adult behaviours are shaped by hidden rules we learned in childhood—unspoken strategies we developed to feel safe, accepted, or loved. These patterns often run beneath our awareness, influencing how we relate, respond to stress, and make decisions. By exploring your unique childhood blueprint, you can uncover the roots of these behaviours and begin to choose new ways of being that align with who you truly want to be.

Emotional regulation is a crucial skill for maintaining balance in life, ensuring that our emotions do not overwhelm or disrupt our daily functioning. Many struggle with processing their emotions, mistaking it for regulation, but the two are distinct. Regulation involves managing the intensity and expression of emotions, while processing means understanding their source and meaning. By developing emotional regulation skills, we can navigate challenges without relying on unhelpful coping mechanisms. Learn practical strategies, from pausing before reacting to engaging in self-compassion, to enhance your ability to regulate emotions effectively.

January brings fresh starts and lofty resolutions, but it can also unleash the "New Year Beast"—a mix of post-holiday letdown, pressure, and self-doubt. By embracing self-awareness, setting flexible intentions, and prioritizing self-care, you can tame this beast and start the year with balance and positivity.

Explore how to create meaningful New Year's resolutions that reflect your true desires, values, and goals. This article guides you in ensuring your resolutions are authentic and achievable.

As Valentine's Day approaches, the air is filled with messages of romantic love and affection. However, amidst the celebrations of couples and partnerships, it's important to remember the profound value of self-love and the joy of embracing solitude. In this article, we'll explore the concept of loneliness, why it's essential to cultivate a positive relationship with yourself, and the benefits of finding joy in your own company.

What is the significance of coping mechanisms in managing life's challenges, and how can individuals effectively utilise coping strategies to promote their mental and emotional well-being?

To achieve emotional and psychological well-being, some therapeutic philosophies view the inner child as a distinct element of the self that needs to be recognized, loved, and healed.

We have all heard the saying... "You can't pour from an empty cup", but how many of us actually follow the process of filling up our own cups? In order to be our best for ourselves and for those whom we interact with, self-care is of the utmost importance.

A boundary is the rules and limits that you create within various relationships and contexts. These are a list of things that you either accept or don’t, to help you create relationships where you feel respect and comfort.  To create boundaries, you will have to explore and know your values. Your values are the key guide to creating boundaries so it is imperative to know your core values before embarking on this journey.

Vulnerability is the ability to expose our innermost selves, revealing our fears, doubts, insecurities, and weaknesses to others.

The 34th President of the US, Dwight D Eisenhower, once said, “Motivation is the art of getting people to do what you want them to do because they want to do it.” Motivation is an internal energy force that influences all elements of our behaviour, as well as how we think, feel, and interact with others. High motivation is usually considered a necessary condition for players to reach their full potential in sports.

These simple five steps can help promote positive feelings about the self and may improve overall mood and mental wellbeing. This in turn may see an improvement in overall wellbeing with a more positive outlook on this journey of life.