How To Protect Your Mental Health in a Post-Pandemic World The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on our well-being, reshaping our lives and challenging us in unprecedented ways. From the way we work and socialize to how we perceive and protect our mental health, the impact has been profound. As we reflect on the lessons this crisis has taught us, join me, Vassia Sarantopoulou, and the insightful psychologist Dr. Renee Exelbert, as we delve into the challenges posed by the pandemic and unravel the valuable insights it has offered us. In this exploration, we will equip you with practical strategies to safeguard your mental well-being in the face of future uncertainties.
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Do I Have Imposter Syndrome? 6 Signs That You Might Do you ever feel like a fraud, like you are not good enough or don't belong in your field or position?
You are not alone. Many people experience imposter syndrome, a psychological phenomenon where individuals doubt their achievements and fear being exposed as a fraud. Even seasoned professionals like therapists can struggle with it, as one therapist shared with me years ago. In this blog, we will explore six common signs of imposter syndrome to help you identify if you might be experiencing it too, regardless of your age or level of expertise. How To Learn To Say No: 3 Tips to Set Healthy Boundaries Do you often find yourself saying "yes" to requests and invitations that you do not really want to do? Do you struggle with setting boundaries and saying "no" without feeling guilty or selfish? If so, you are not alone.
Many of us have been conditioned to believe that saying "no" is a negative thing, and that setting boundaries is selfish or unkind. However, the truth is that learning to say "no" and setting healthy boundaries is a crucial aspect of maintaining our mental and emotional wellbeing. In this article, we will explore the importance of learning to say "no," and offer some practical tips for setting healthy boundaries with confidence. Is Perfectionism Bad? 5 Things Perfectionists Struggle With Perfectionism is often hailed as a desirable trait in our society—after all, who does not want to be perfect? However, the reality is that perfectionism can actually be a double-edged sword, causing a host of challenges and struggles for those who embody it. From the fear of failure to the inability to rest and the constant striving for unattainable standards, perfectionists often find themselves battling a number of internal demons that can leave them feeling exhausted, alone, and unfulfilled. In this article, we will explore five of the most common challenges that perfectionists face, and offer tips and strategies for overcoming them.
How To Choose the Right Therapist: 6 Signs of Good Therapists Are you considering therapy but don't know where to start? Perhaps you have had therapy in the past, but you are looking for a better fit this time around. Choosing the right therapist can be a daunting task, but it is important to find someone who can support you on your journey towards mental wellness. In this article, we will discuss the steps you can take to find the right therapist for you and what to look for in a good therapist. So, whether you are a first-timer or a seasoned therapy-goer, read on to learn how to make the most out of your therapy experience.
How To Cope with Christmas Depression and the Holiday Blues The holiday season is not always a joyful time for everyone, and many individuals struggle with their mental health, grief, loss, or distance from loved ones. The image of a merry Christmas dinner with a loving family is not the reality for everyone, despite what social media and commercials may project. So, how can you cope during this tough time? While you cannot control your circumstances, you can still find ways to make the holidays peaceful and restful. In this article, I will provide tips for finding peace during the holidays, even if they cannot be entirely happy. Ultimately, it is about finding peace with your current situation and being kind to yourself.
How To Set Goals and New Year's Resolutions Effectively As the year draws to a close, many of us feel a surge of motivation to set new goals and achieve what we couldn't in the previous year. But why does this phenomenon occur so strongly at the end of the year? Perhaps it is because the end of the year represents the completion of a cycle, signaling a fresh start and a new opportunity to achieve our aspirations.
Although this may seem like an illusion, it can be a powerful force if we channel it correctly. In this article, we will discuss how to avoid common mistakes and pitfalls when setting goals and resolutions. We will also explore how to turn this external motivation into tangible, achievable goals, allowing you to make real progress towards the things you want to accomplish. 3 Best Self-Help Books According to a Psychologist It is always tough for me to choose just a few books to recommend to my friends or clients. Mainly because I have read so many books across genres. But, today, I have decided to focus on one theme: the topic of healing and vulnerability. So, without further ado, in this blog post, I will introduce you to three of my favourite books on this theme.
Are You a Perfectionist? 6 Common Signs of Perfectionism Have you ever been asked in a job interview the dreaded question "what is your weakness?" If so, you might have responded with the common answer of being a perfectionist. While many people see perfectionism as a positive trait, we will explore in this blog post that it is not always as beneficial as we once believed. In fact, perfectionism can be linked to a variety of mental health struggles, including anxiety, depression, burnout, eating disorders, and relationship issues. By examining what perfectionism is and identifying common signs of perfectionism, we hope to bring more awareness to the negative impact it can have on our lives.
What is Imposter Syndrome? 7 Common Signs and Causes Did you know that many successful individuals, including Michelle Obama, Tom Hanks, and Maya Angelou, have admitted to struggling with imposter syndrome? Despite their remarkable achievements, these prominent figures have still experienced the same inner turmoil as many of us. In fact, Maya Angelou, who wrote 11 books, described how she sometimes feels anxious and worries about being exposed as a fraud. It may be difficult to believe that such accomplished individuals would suffer from imposter syndrome, but the truth is that anyone can experience it.
In this blog post, we will delve into the topic of imposter syndrome, exploring what it is, common signs of it, and what causes it. So, if you have ever felt like a fraud or worried that you are not good enough despite your achievements, this post is for you. How To Fix Your Sleep Schedule: 6 Steps to Reset Your Sleep
In the age of technology, constant notifications, and around-the-clock stress, it has become increasingly difficult to achieve a healthy night's rest. While some of us struggle with going to bed at an appropriate time, others find it hard to wake up on-time and feeling energized. Insufficient sleep and sleep problems have officially become a public health epidemic. And, while there might be many factors at play, we have the power to improve our sleep schedules and reap the benefits of a restful slumber. In this article, we share some scientifically-backed tips and steps you can take in order to achieve a sleep schedule that leaves you feeling fulfilled and rested.
Messy Perfectionists: Can Perfectionists Be Disorganized? Have you ever watched the popular sitcom Friends? This American comedy series follows the lives of six friends in New York City as they battle the daily struggles young adults typically face. One of the friends, Monica Geller, is supposed to be the perfectionist of the group. She is portrayed as someone who is obsessed with having everything clean and organized. However, during one fateful episode, one of her friends uncovers Monica's shameful secret: a hidden closet where Monica stores old things in utter chaos. How is it that the most perfectionistic, 'type A' character in recent television has a small room so disorganized that she is compelled to hide it in shame? Can perfectionists be messy? The answer is yes. Perfectionists can sometimes be messy, and they are wired to be messy. But, why? Let's find out.
How To Practice Self-Acceptance & Why Is It So Hard Accepting yourself for who you are is one of the keys to inner peace. Self-acceptance allows us to treat ourselves as we were our best friend. It helps us foster a healthy and sustainable relationship with our inner selves. Sadly though, fostering self-acceptance is sometimes easier said than done. That is why today we discuss how to practice self-acceptance and some common reasons why it can sometimes be so hard.
What is Self-Abandonment? 5 Examples and How To Stop It Are you the type of person who is always trying to make other people happy, even at the cost of your own happiness, needs, and feelings? Are you somebody who says "yes", even though you really want to say "no"? Or, are you a person that does things that you actually do not agree with? Or, perhaps you find yourself going along with other people's desires? If that is the case, then you probably fit in what we call self-abandonment. This is a very new term that we are nowadays seeing often in social media and in the psychology world; but it indeed is a real and very helpful concept. It encompasses a behaviour that has been observed by a lot of psychologists in their therapy rooms. And, most importantly, it is a set of traits that largely affects our mental health and our relationships. So, in this article, we will discuss what self-abandonment is, some common signs, and how to stop abandoning yourself.
What To Do When You Feel Triggered: 3 Helpful Strategies We all get triggered. There is no one that has never been triggered by something that they have heard, seen, or felt. But, what do we exactly mean by 'getting triggered'? And, how can we better cope with our triggers and emotional reactions? In this article, we will explain the psychology behind triggers and share some strategies you can use when you feel triggered.
What is Complex Trauma? Symptoms, Examples & How To Heal Do you tend to sabotage yourself every step of the way? For example, you might know what the right decision is, or what to do in order to improve your life, but you still don't do it. Or, do you tend to dissociate from your experiences and feel as if your body is not really yours. Or, maybe you have some memory problems—times where you forget everything that happened and there are blank spaces in your mind. If any of these resonate with you, it might be that you are struggling with complex trauma. But, before you self-diagnose, let's explore what complex trauma really is, what its symptoms are, and how to heal from it.
Why Are People Rude and Unkind & Why It Isn't About You I bet that you have wondered many times in your life "why is this person so rude?" Perhaps you have also asked yourself why can't people be kind to each other all the time? We would all benefit from a kinder and more caring world, right? So, why is it that some people choose to be mean and rude towards their fellow human beings? Is it something they are born with? Are people born self-centred or are they just a product of their experience? Let's find out!
5 Self-Care Tips For Expats: Taking Care of Yourself Abroad Living abroad can be life-changing and offer fantastic memories that could last a lifetime. However, the life of an expat can be challenging. Starting from before the move, all the way until settling in, an expat is met with several challenges and demands. With such challenges and demands comes effort, time and energy in order to cope with and meet these challenges head on.
What we can say for sure is that if we don’t take care of ourselves during this time, the stress will overcome our resilience and could harm us in the long term. Therefore, we need some tips and tricks under our belt in order to support ourselves better. How To Express Anger in a Healthy Way: 6 Helpful Tips We all get angry. Some people more than others, but we all get angry from time to time. While anger is a ubiquitous and completely normal emotion, some of us struggle with regulating it and expressing it in a healthy manner. Some might suppress or repress it. While others might express it in an unhealthy way (for example, with aggression). If left unchecked, unmanaged anger can lead us to live unfulfilling lives. That is why today we want to share with you what anger is, why it is not so bad after all, and how to express it in a healthy way.
What is Religious Trauma? 9 Examples and Ways To Overcome When we think of religion, we think of it as a source of strength in hard times and a sense of direction throughout life’s challenges. Most religions are paired with a sense of belonging and support for one another. Sometimes, however, religious ideologies can be used as a weapon that can cause trauma to some. In this article we will discuss what religious trauma is and how to cope with it.
How To Build Self-Kindness: 4 Best Exercises and Tips You know that little voice in your head? The one that tells you that you are not doing good enough and won’t amount to anything. The one that tells you that you are the only one who doesn’t know what they are doing? Basically, that little voice that tells you that you are just not good enough and a failure. I have got a voice like that too. I like to call it my inner critic.
Most, if not all of us, are more unkind to ourselves than those around us. Can you imagine saying things like “you are not good enough” to those around you? If we did, I doubt we would have anyone be okay with such statements, let alone stick around. So why is it that we are so harsh with ourselves? And, how can we become our very own friends? Let's find out! What is Emotional Flooding? 4 Ways to Cope and Stop It Have you ever been in a situation where it felt like your emotions sat in the driver’s seat and took hold of the wheel? That all your sense of reasoning ended up in the back seat? We have all been there at some point in our lives. We have all experienced this out-of-control feeling of not being able to set those feelings aside and letting it consume us.
In today's article, we explore what emotional flooding is, what causes it, and how to stop it from happening. The Real Self-Care Guide for Busy Women: 10 Ways to Practise While self-care is an important practice for everybody, busy women are a group that is especially vulnerable to neglect their own mental and physical wellbeing. Societal expectations of women, hustle culture, and guilt are some of the unique challenges that the modern woman faces and which prevents her from engaging in healthy self-care. Lack of self-care can lead to a host of negative consequences and mental problems. As a result, today we bring the ultimate self-care guide for our busy women that are giving their all.
Burnout vs Depression: What’s The Difference & How To Recover Feel like you can’t take it anymore? Like your life is too much to handle? Is sleeping all you want to do all day? If yes, you might be experiencing something within yourself that isn’t quite right. Most often, this can be a sign of depression or burnout. But how can you tell the difference between the two?
 If you are reading this, there’s a chance that you might be an empath. Even though we all feel a certain level of empathy, an “empath” is someone who connects and identifies intensely and easily with other people and stimuli.
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