Everyone feels sad sometimes, but if it’s persistent and unwavering, you have to do something about it. Sure, you might not have much motivation to change when you’re at your lowest, but if you want to feel better (and you deserve to), try to muster all the energy you have into trying a few of…
Why Taking A Mental Health Day Is Just As Important As A Physical Health Day
When you think about taking time off from work or school, what comes to mind? For most people, it’s a cold, a sore back, or just general physical exhaustion. However, there’s something equally important that doesn’t always get the attention it deserves: your mental health. The truth is, mental health days are just as vital…
Real Ways To Switch Off When You Desperately Need A Break (And Why It’s So Hard)
We’ve all had the experience of feeling like we’re running on empty, overwhelmed by work, social obligations, or just the constant noise of life. You know you need a break. You can feel it in your bones, yet when you finally get a moment to yourself, your mind keeps racing, and you can’t seem to…
Why You Don’t Have To ‘Find Your Purpose’ To Live A Meaningful Life
Finding your purpose is the advice that’s often thrown around, particularly in self-help circles, like it’s the holy grail of a meaningful life. The idea that once you find that one big thing, everything will click into place, and you’ll be fulfilled forever. But what if that’s not the case? What if the pressure to…
Why It’s So Hard To Say No—And How To Do It Anyway
Saying “no” feels uncomfortable for a lot of us. Whether it’s in personal relationships, at work, or in social situations, the word “no” can feel loaded with guilt, anxiety, or fear of letting someone down. Even when we know that saying yes to everything is taking a toll on our mental health, our time, and…
How To Manage Your Mental Health On Days You Just Don’t Feel Like It
We all have those days. The ones where nothing seems to go right, your energy is at an all-time low, and the idea of doing anything feels like climbing a mountain. On those days, it’s tough to find the motivation to take care of yourself. But here’s the truth: it’s okay not to be at…
How To Stop Letting Other People’s Problems Become Your Own
It’s easy to get caught up in other people’s problems, especially if you care about them. It doesn’t matter if it’s a friend going through a tough time, a colleague dealing with work stress, or a family member in crisis, it’s natural to want to help. But there’s a fine line between offering support and…
How To Take Better Care of Yourself Without Adding To Your To-Do List
Life can be… a lot. Between work, family, friendships, and everything else on your plate, it can feel like there’s barely enough time to think, let alone take care of yourself. The idea of “self-care” can often feel like just one more thing to squeeze into an already packed day. The thing is, taking care…
10 Signs You’re Mentally Exhausted And Need A Break
We all get tired from time to time, but when it’s not just physical fatigue but your brain that’s wiped out, it can be harder to recognise. Mental exhaustion can creep up slowly, making it feel like just another part of your routine. The trouble is, it can affect every part of your life, from…
Reminder: You Don’t Need To Be Grateful All The Time To Be Happy
There’s no shortage of advice out there telling you to be grateful. Pretty much everywhere you look, someone’s reminding you to count your blessings. Gratitude has become one of those go-to words in the self-help world, with people often insisting that it’s the key to happiness. While there’s definitely value in appreciating the good things…
