Explain Mental Health With This Simple Comparison
LISTEN Explain mental health to people who don’t understand with this simple comparison from clinical psychologist Raksha Rajesh. You can explain mental health like this: Your mental health is just like your skin. Just how your skin reacts to different seasons differently — sometimes it might feel oily, sometimes it might be dry, sometimes you […]
How to Practice Mindfulness Daily
READ It’s well-known that mindfulness is good for mental well-being. But many of us still have questions about how to practice mindfulness daily. In today’s fast-paced world, where we’re constantly bombarded with information and distractions, finding moments of inner peace and clarity can feel elusive. But it is possible. Mindfulness is not just […]
Can Emotions Be Controlled?
READ Can emotions be controlled? Not entirely – nor would we want to control them entirely. But there are ways to handle emotions wisely. Emotions are like the colours on the canvas of life. They make us feel happy, sad, angry, surprised, loved and everything in between. They’re a big part of what makes us […]
How to Cope With Failure at Work, When You’re Used to Success
LISTEN How do you cope with failure at work when you’re used to being a success? Clinical psychologist Raksha Rajesh shares some tips for high-performers who are facing a setback and feeling stress, shame, or worthlessness. As a high achiever at work, when you encounter certain setbacks in your life, it can be daunting, disappointing, […]
When Being a Perfectionist Becomes a Problem
LISTEN When does being a perfectionist become a problem? Clinical psychologist Raksha Rajesh shares some tips for perfectionists whose inner critic is too loud, making them feel stress, shame, or worthlessness. As a perfectionist, you might feel that you’re not doing good enough. No matter how hard you try, that inner voice […]
Languishing May Be Why You Feel Empty Inside Sometimes
READ Many of us find ourselves on autopilot, going through the motions of our daily lives without much thought or intention. We check the boxes on our to-do lists and fulfil our responsibilities for work, school, family, and (of course) our social media accounts. But we do it automatically, moving through life in a […]
Is It Normal to Feel Worried All the Time?
READ Everyone worries. When we care about something, it’s natural to feel a sense of worry or concern when faced with problems that are beyond our control or that we can’t solve. And in some situations, worrying can be helpful. For instance, if you worry about temporary problems, you’re more likely to feel motivated to […]
Does Depression Make You Lazy?
READ Depression doesn’t make us lazy — but it does make physical activity more difficult. We all know we should exercise more; the benefits of working out regularly are as mental as they are physical. But when we’re struggling with depression or its symptoms, everything may seem effortful and unpleasant, especially physical activity. […]
