Do I need a counsellor or a therapist?
We often hear the terms ‘counsellor’ and ‘therapist’ when referring to professionals in the mental health field. Although…
What is sleep paralysis?
Sleep paralysis is a type of parasomnia (sleep disorder) that can be described as a “brain glitch” between…
I keep dreaming about my ex – is this normal?
A lot of people may feel confused or unsettled when they have dreams about an ex-partner. This is…
The body (and) psychotherapy
There’s a general consensus among practitioners and scientists alike regarding the relationship between the body and the mind,…
Get Your Flirt On – The Why And How People Flirt
Flirting is a way for people to signal their attraction and interest in another person. It is a…
How Can a Dietitian Help You Lose Weight?
Losing weight can be challenging, but what is even more challenging is maintaining a healthier weight. A dietitian…
Chronic Pain is so Painful…
How difficult is it to live with chronic pain? How taxing is it for someone to have to…
Eat, Sleep, Repeat: 10 Tips to Break the Monotonous Cycle
Our bodies follow a natural cycle; with hormone levels decreasing or increasing causing sleep or hunger, heart rate…
My Parents Don’t Approve of My Relationship
If you have ever felt the need to hide someone you’ve started dating from your parents, you’re not…
3 tips on how to recover from emotional invalidation
Emotional invalidation occurs when our thoughts, feelings, or behaviours are either judged, dismissed, minimised, or rejected. Being told…
Keeping off Winter Weight: 8 ways to stay fit in the colder months
During the winter months, many of us tend to gain a few more kilos than we’d like. The…
7 Ways to Prepare Yourself for a Long-Distance Relationship
For all types of relationships to be successful and happy relationships, both people involved need to make an…