Not that long ago, talking openly about mental health felt like walking through a minefield. You either kept quiet or you wrapped your words in humour, hoping no one noticed you weren’t really okay. Even when the conversation started to shift, it was still largely something people tiptoed around. But then the pandemic happened, and…
What To Do When Your Self-Care Routine Becomes Another Thing To Stress About
Self-care is supposed to be the thing that helps you feel better, right? Sadly, sometimes, it can end up feeling like just another thing to check off the list, another source of pressure. When your self-care routine starts adding stress instead of relieving it, something’s off. What started as a way to prioritise your well-being…
How To Stop Using Stress As A Motivator Without Losing Your Drive
Have you ever noticed how productive you become the night before a deadline? Or how you suddenly find the energy to clean your entire flat when your parents announce they’re popping round? Many of us have come to rely on stress as our primary motivator—the adrenaline rush that finally gets us moving. While stress can…
How To Find Joy In The Everyday ‘Boring’ Stuff (And Why It Matters)
As much as it depresses us to admit, life isn’t always full of grand adventures. In fact, a lot of our time is spent doing what might seem like “boring” stuff: the laundry, the dishes, commuting, paying bills, grocery shopping. It’s easy to overlook these mundane tasks and wish we could be doing something more…
How To Get Out Of An Overthinking Loop When You’re Stuck
We’ve all found ourselves caught in that never-ending loop of thoughts that seems to spiral with no end in sight at some point. Overthinking can feel like your brain is stuck on repeat, running through the same scenarios, decisions, or worries over and over. It’s exhausting, isn’t it? And the worst part is that the…
Ways To Start Practising Gratitude Without Feeling Fake
When done right, gratitude can improve your mood, enhance your relationships, and even have positive effects on your physical health. The problem is that often time, it ends up feeling… a bit forced. When you’re told to “count your blessings” or “be thankful” in the middle of a rough day, it can feel like you’re…
Signs You’re Great At Handling Stress & Don’t Let It Get The Better Of You
Stress is part of life — there’s no getting around that. Whether it’s work deadlines, personal challenges, or just the daily grind, stress can hit us in all sorts of ways. The thing that really sets people apart is how they handle it. Some people let stress take over and spiral, while others seem to…
12 Signs Your “Quirks” Might Actually Be Trauma Responses
We all have those little habits, traits, or ways of reacting that make us… well, us. Maybe you’re the one who gets super quiet when things get overwhelming, or perhaps you always seem to push people away before they can get too close. These quirks might feel normal to you, but have you ever stopped…
Signs You’re Dealing With Cognitive Burnout Rather Than Laziness
We’ve all had those days when we feel completely drained, where even the simplest task feels like too much effort. However, when that feeling is basically your baseline, it might not be laziness — it could be cognitive burnout. This happens when your brain feels completely overwhelmed and exhausted from too much mental strain. It’s…
Signs Your Brain Processes Rejection Differently Than Most People
Rejection is a part of life, unfortunately. Whether it’s a job you didn’t get, a friendship that faded out, or a relationship that ended, most of us have experienced it in some form. However, not everyone processes rejection the same way. For some people, the sting of something not working out doesn’t just go away…