mental health
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A dose of nature is good for mental health
The Great Outdoors Are Good for You—NaturallyNature experiences are associated with many benefits like better moods, less anxiety and obsessive thinking, and positive social interactions with neighbors. Click here to read the full article.
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It pays to be grateful
Repetitive complaining will attract things foryou to complain about. Repeated gratitudewill attract things for youto be thankful about. ~ Unknown.
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Five ways to mental well-being
Psychologist Peter Kinderman proposed the following five ways to mental well-being.
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A little anxiety is not a bad thing
Anxiety is not all that bad. Sometimes, in the proper amount, it can be useful; for example, a small amount of anxiety could be a motivator to put in effort in the task before us. Top athletes have been known to rely on the rush of energy and increased focus that comes from mild anxiety.…
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Healthy Activities for Seniors
Author: Diana HC Tan It is widely touted that a healthy lifestyle contributes to better quality of life in the senior years. Maintaining a nutritious diet, regular exercise regime, and having a positive mindset help seniors to feel alive, energetic and generally, happier. These are traits to cultivate if seniors want to age well. This…
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Grandparenting
Author: Diana HC Tan Older adults who care for a mentally or physically disabled child or a grandchild whose parents are not around face challenges. During media interviews, one common fear expressed by the older person is that no one will continue the caregiving task after they die. The stress that comes from such responsibilities…
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Change and Transition
Think of an experience of change in your life. It can be very significant or very ordinary. What feelings were associated with it? In discussion groups the commonly chosen words include ‘excitement’, ‘renewing’, ‘buzz’, ‘fearful’, ‘anxious’, ‘energized’, ‘bewilderment’. But these words do not describe change but transition. Change is about the outer, practical task of…
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Do I need counselling?
How do you know when you need counselling? “Although most people may be able to benefit from therapy at different points in their life, there are a few signs that can point to a more immediate need to pursue professional help sooner rather than later.” Follow this link to read the full article.
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Rest is much needed
https://www.alustforlife.com/mental-health/well-being/lack-of-rest-and-renewal-is-a-one-way-ticket-to-burnout The author of the above article writes, Rest is not the opposite of work, but its uncelebrated partner. Peter Connolly Indeed, rest has been interpreted as time wasting, or worse, laziness. Defining rest as a state of being that restores our energy reserves, the author writes: These reserves are physical, emotional and psychological and…