Part one of this blog focused on how mothers and fathers tend to grief differently when losing a child. It was argued how such differences can lead to misunderstandings and consequently may even draw the parents away from each other. … Read more
He doesn’t care about us losing our child – Part 1 of 2
Losing a child is undoubtedly a devastating time for any parent. Although such a unique and difficult time can bring the parents closer together, it is not uncommon for relationships to struggle during this time.
One reason that causes such … Read more
Why you should express your sadness
Have you seen the movie Inside Out? In this movie 5 different emotions; joy, sadness, fear, disgust and anger come to life. As human beings, we experience different feelings according to how we perceive the situations we find ourselves in. … Read more
5 ways of losing weight that do not involve diet or training
The key to living a healthy lifestyle is to maintain a balance between eating nutritious food and exercising at least three times a week. The ideal weight is calculated through what is known as the body mass index (BMI), a … Read more
My partner has different religious beliefs, will this relationship work?
With our diverse cultures blending together in today’s world, interfaith relationships and marriages are becoming more common than ever. When two people who share different beliefs first fall in love, they might not always think much ahead about the challenges … Read more
No pressure! It’s okay to stay single for a while
Sometimes, you may find yourself saying, “But how come my friends all seem to be settling down, yet here I am, still single, let alone planning to settle anytime soon!”
As we grow older, many people may find a partner, … Read more
I had to be strong for her when we lost our child
The loss of a pregnancy may be considered as one of the most difficult experiences that someone can go through. Unfortunately, research and experience show us that parents who lose their children may experience severe psychological stress, and the healing … Read more
Am I suffering from social anxiety?
Social anxiety disorder, sometimes called social phobia, is one of the most common anxiety disorders. Individuals dealing with this condition would generally feel quite nervous or uncomfortable in social situations. They would feel very concerned about the possibility of doing … Read more
MUMMY … DADDY… LET’S PLAY!
‘Love doesn’t have goals or benchmarks or blueprints, but it does have a purpose. The purpose is not to change the people we love, but to give them what they need to thrive. Love’s purpose is not to shape our … Read more
The Sobbing Beneath the Aggression
Think of a moment when you have felt utterly vulnerable and exposed… When your emotions were so raw you believed that you could not handle them… When you felt so hurt by someone that you wanted to curl up in … Read more