In today’s blog I would like to share with you two benefits of self-compassion. Let’s start off by defining the meaning of compassion and self-compassion. Compassion means being sensitive to the experience of other people’s suffering, which results in us … Read more
What is journaling and why should you consider it?
Personal journaling is the act of writing down what you have done, or thoughts and emotions that you experienced over a period of time. It could be journaling about a trip that you went on, reflections about a particular subject … Read more
I feel sad and empty
In such uncertain times as a collective we have experienced a change to our sense of normality. Covid brought experiences of loss; be it a loved one, a relationship, a job or any other change which has left an impact … Read more
2020 ended, but COVID is still here
2020 was an interesting year which posed many challenges for us and our communities. Challenges fuel our personal resilience as human beings to develop different methods of survival and adaptation to the ever-changing ways of life. As human beings the … Read more
Finding Meaning.
As we grow up our relationship with our parents changes over time. This is a natural course, initially we idolise our parents- we follow them and imitate their behaviours. Then we separate our identities from them; rebelling; rejecting them and … Read more
3 Ways Christmas can be affected this year
As we are aware many of our Easter celebrations and summer festivals were cancelled this year due to the coronavirus pandemic. So, will Christmas have the same fate? The thought of a ‘Covid Christmas’ may have crossed your mind one … Read more
3 Ways to get creative with Christmas Celebrations during Covid-19
It goes without saying that this Christmas we need to follow the recommendations and guidance of the Health Authorities as much as we need to on any other period of the year. This means that many cannot hold the usual … Read more
Gloom and Gifts this Festive Season
Up until February 2020, before the reality of a global pandemic had reached our shores, we were already struggling to connect with each other. I think while a lot of us crave intimacy, we are constantly distracted thanks to our … Read more
6 Things to Take Care of this Festive Season
The festive season is one which is usually filled with hustle and bustle, excitement, joy, and celebrations, alongside the stress, planning, preparations and the various emotions this may bring with it. The festive season can also be a sad and … Read more
5 ways to celebrate Christmas in 2020
For weeks we have been hearing that this Christmas will be different and that we need to make sacrifices to stay safe. The festive season is one which we like to celebrate with our family and friends. However, as we … Read more