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In today’s fast-moving world, it’s easy to get caught up in our daily tasks and goals. We often have many things to do, trying to be successful and seeking approval from others. But in all this rush, we might forget about something really important – our values. This blog post will talk about why it’s …
What are the Benefits of Practicing Positive Affirmations? Lets make positive affirmations a part of our daily morning routine! Read my blog on Nurturing a Happy Brain: Secrets of Positive Mental Well-being to discover effective strategies for maintaining a positive outlook on life!
Self-awareness is a vital journey of understanding ourselves better—our thoughts, emotions, and actions. It’s crucial in today’s fast-paced world, guiding us to make better decisions, nurture relationships, and navigate challenges effectively. Self-awareness involves exploring our strengths, weaknesses, motivations, and behaviors. Through practices like mindfulness, journaling, and seeking feedback, we gain valuable insights into ourselves and …
Objective self-awareness refers to a state where individuals focus their attention on themselves, evaluating their own thoughts, feelings, and behaviours in comparison to certain standards or norms. This type of self-awareness involves looking at oneself from an outside perspective, often through the lens of societal expectations, cultural norms, or personal ideals. When someone is objectively …
“I feel sad all the time. Nothing makes me feel better.”“I can’t make myself do much work. I’m just getting through the day.”“I don’t enjoy things like I used to.”“Everything feels like it’s falling apart. It feels hopeless.”“I feel like something is wrong with me. Nobody will want to be around me.”“I don’t think things …
Partition wasn’t just a historical event—it left emotional scars that generations are still unpacking today. Growing up, I often heard tales from both my maternal and paternal grandparents about our family’s journey during the partition of 1947. “We were among the fortunate ones who managed to cross the border safely, but we left everything behind, …
One great thing about family systems theory is that it understands how important the surrounding situation is. This is crucial for cross-cultural therapists who work with diverse clients with different backgrounds. The idea is that the family plays a big role in shaping who we are, and when you combine all the parts of a …
“Psychology parh key psycho ho jao gi”“Hum pagal thori hain jo psychologist key pas jayen gey”“Psychologists tou khud pagal hotay hain” Facing pushback on why I chose mental health as my focus made me reflect on the stigma and shame associated with seeking mental health services, especially within our Pakistani and South Asian community. As …
A Cultural Reality That Causes Discomfort Growing up, I rarely said “no,” especially to adults. In our Pakistani families, cultural values emphasized respecting elders and being compliant. As a girl, it was expected not to appear “selfish” by putting my needs before the collective. If my parents decided we were going to a relative’s house, …
Human Beings have a powerful need to conect with each other. Our brains are wired to seek out social interaction and to respond positively to feelings of empathy and connection with others. This is why effective communication, which includes both verbal and non-verbal cues, is so important for building and maintaining strong relationships. By understanding …
