#mentalhealthmatters Tag

The 10th of October is globally celebrated as World Mental Health Day. This initiative was started by the Deputy Secretary of WHO, General Richard Hunter, in 1992. The primary goal of this day is to garner support for mental health and increase awareness regarding mental health concerns across the globe. The day also offers an opportunity for mental health practitioners to discuss their...

In today’s modern world, social media apps like Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat have become an integral part of our lives, helping us stay connected and express ourselves. However, excessive usage can leave us feeling drained and negatively impact our mental health. Recognizing the need for a social media cleanse, author Catherine Price advises reflecting on our routines and assessing...

Our workplace peers and supervisors are our most significant sources of inspiration and support. Healthy connections at work increase productivity and creativity and improve mental and physical well-being. However, after working with someone for a while, it’s possible to get stuck in a rut. Maybe the two of you have a history of animosity, or you just don’t get along. Many of us can...

As India continues to develop, it is also experiencing a significant increase in chronic diseases. “The World Health Organization (WHO) has predicted that by 2030, 70% of deaths in India will be due to chronic diseases.” Additionally, “poor mental health amongst employees is costing Indian employers around Rs 1.1 lakh crore ($14 billion) per year due to absenteeism,...

We are all familiar with the feeling of discomfort and nervousness in some social situations. Whether it be clamming up while meeting someone new, walking into a room full of strangers, or public speaking. These experiences aren’t really thrilling for anyone, but most people can get through them. However, if one experiences social anxiety, also commonly referred to as “social phobia”, the...

The word affirmation comes from the Latin affirmare, meaning “to make steady, strengthen.” Every day, in our own lives, affirmations can do just that: strengthen us. Affirmations refer to the practice of positive thinking and self-empowerment– fostering a belief that a positive mental attitude will achieve success in anything. They are designed to motivate and encourage. When these brief...

In psychology, emotional safety refers to an emotional state achieved in attachment relationships wherein each individual is open and vulnerable. It means that you believe your partner cares about your own emotional experience and vice versa. We feel comfortable sharing our hopes, fears, vulnerabilities and pain with our partner, because we trust that our partner will tend to these emotions...

Cluttered Thoughts? Try Journaling! “Fill your paper with the breathings of your heart” –William Wordsworth. Journaling is merely penning down one’s thoughts and feelings to help understand them more clearly. If you struggle with stress, anxiety, or depression, keeping a journal can be a great idea. It can help you gain control of your emotions and significantly improve your mental health....

“A man cannot be comfortable without his own approval.” – Mark Twain Often, office-goers struggle to start working every morning. Even working from home might seem like an extremely difficult task, much like a challenge. Many people are dealing with unclear job expectations. At times, work can feel monotonous, leading to feelings of disinterest and impatience. Experiencing such stress...