BLACK HISTORY MONTH (UK) ?
Black History Month (UK) 2020 in the United Kingdom begins on Thursday, 1 October and ends Saturday, 31 October. Here are some of the facts which mark the annual commemoration of the history, achievements and contributions of black people in the UK.https://www.blackhistorymonth.org.uk/ Events you can get involved in at City Hall, Trafalgar Square and across […]
NICE WAYS TO SAY ‘NO’ TO REDUCE FEELINGS OF GUILT AND ANXIETY?
Saying no to invitations, requests, and even friends can be an uncomfortable situation for those who do not scuffle with anxiety-related disorders. A common theme of anxiety is guilt. Many of us feel that we are never enough, that we never do enough, or that we could always do more. When we can’t fulfil every […]
SIMPLE MINDFUL BREATHING ACTIVITY FOR KIDS ?
When we are anxious, emotional, angry or worried our bodies go into fight or flight mode. We think we are in danger when really we are not. When this happens our breathing changes. We take shallow, short and quick breaths which can make us feel more anxious or stressed. Breathing exercises can help lower your […]
THE STRESS RELIEF GIRAFFE ?
With their busy schedules and pressure to perform at school during a time of COVID-19 uncertainty, children face a lot of stress, making stress management for kids a hot topic for parents. Anxiety symptoms are common in children and adolescents, with 10 to 20 percent of school-aged children experiencing anxiety symptoms. An even larger number […]
FUNCTIONS OF THE BRAIN ?
The brain is an amazing three-pound organ that controls all functions of the body, interprets information from the outside world, and embodies the essence of the mind and soul. Intelligence, creativity, emotion, and memory are a few of the many things governed by the brain. Protected within the skull, the brain is composed of various […]
HABITS TO HELP YOU PROSPER ?
It has been said that the state and quality of your life is a direct reflection of the habits that you possess. Good habits are going to propel you forward while those pesky bad habits are going to hold you back. Keep in mind that several studies suggest that habits account for nearly half of […]
MENTAL HEALTH CHECK-IN ?
When it comes to setting mental health goals, the goals should follow the SMART process. When setting a SMART mental health goal, ensure each goal follows this simple structure to increase your chances of success. Specific – Goals to improve mental health should be clear and specific. Once you have set your goal, you can […]
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE 2020 ?
International Day of Peace is an International event that is observed each year by nations all across the world. The event is commemorated on 21st of September each year. It is a day that was set aside by the United Nations General assembly for everyone around the world to devote to keeping peace, despite any […]
WHAT IS HUMAN AURA? ?
Levels of consciousness are theoretical models that set forth a hierarchy and categorical order of different subjective states of mind or consciousness. Cultures around world know these exists due to time honoured knowledge and practice. But, Like the entire field of psychology and psychiatry there are no 100% valid empirically based data. Some models define […]
10 GRATITUDE-FOCUSED DRAWING PROMPTS FOR KIDS ?
Children can’t always express themselves using words and actions, so drawing is another important form of communication. You can gain an insight into your child’s thoughts and feelings through their drawings. Being able to express what they feel also boosts a child’s emotional intelligence. Drawing also plays a big role in our cognitive development. It […]