Entries by lg

When Self-Care Becomes Toxic

13th March 2023 in , /by

Do a quick Google search on “self-care” and you’re likely to find websites giving “10 easy tips for self-care!” or “Self-care tips to manage your seasonal depression!”. Are these posts representative of toxic self-care culture? Read more to find out when self-care becomes toxic.

Understanding Love Languages

8th February 2023 in , /by

What is love? Many have attempted to answer this age old question, and love languages are one of the most famous theories in response. Find out more about the 5 love languages and their impacts, and see if you can figure out which one you are!

Dealing with Imposter Syndrome

29th December 2022 in , /by

Do you often feel a great sense of self-doubt and perceived fraudulence in spite of your training, experience, and accomplishments? It’s likely that you might be experiencing imposter syndrome. How can we learn to cope with our imposter feelings?

People Pleasing: Knowing Your Limits

10th November 2022 in , /by

Do you find it hard to say “no”? We may unconsciously fall into people-pleasing behaviours despite our good intentions. However, how are we able to tell the difference between an act done out of kindness and an act that is done solely to please others?

Implications of “Quiet Quitting”

4th October 2022 in , /by

The term “quiet quitting” was first popularised on TikTok in July 2022. Subsequently, it received a mix of responses from both employees and employers. But what exactly is quiet quitting? Is this act ideal in countering the dangers of hustle culture?

How to Be an Effective Support

26th September 2022 in , /by

Apart from professional help, research has shown that people are generally more likely to turn to their loved ones and friends as the first line of support. As such, YOU play an important role in the facilitation of wellbeing for the people you love and care for!