Coping Skills

December 10, 2025
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Why We Compare Ourselves to Others (And How to Stop)

The Psychology of Comparison: Why We Measure Ourselves Against Others – and How to Stop Comparison is a natural human behaviour. We all assess ourselves in relation to others at times — how we look, what we earn, how happy we seem, and how successful our lives appear to be. […]
December 2, 2025
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What Does a CBT Session Look Like?

Many people feel uncertain or nervous before attending their first cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) session. Whether you’re seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, or navigating life challenges, it’s completely normal to wonder: “What does a CBT session actually look like?”  In this guide, we explain how CBT works, what you can expect during a typical […]
November 26, 2025
Battling the Winter Blues: Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and Coping Strategies for Mental Well-being

Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

As the temperature drops and the days grow shorter, many individuals find themselves grappling with a noticeable shift in their mood and energy levels. This phenomenon is often referred to as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). SAD is a type of depression that occurs in a seasonal pattern, typically during the […]
November 18, 2025
Cope with life overwhelm

Managing December Holiday Overwhelm

  Managing Overwhelm During Busy Seasons: How to Protect Your Mental Health All Year Round Many people assume that stress peaks only during major life events — but overwhelm can appear at any point throughout the year. Whether it’s a demanding workload, family responsibilities, financial pressure, social obligations, school terms, […]
November 17, 2025
Why Men Struggle to Talk About Mental Health

Why Men Struggle to Talk About Mental Health | Support for Men

When Silence Becomes Heavy When it comes to mental health, silence can feel incredibly heavy. And although awareness around wellbeing has grown, many men still find it difficult to speak openly about how they are truly feeling. Behind closed doors, men may be battling stress, anxiety, or depression, yet feel […]
November 5, 2025
Why Male Friendships Matter & How to Rebuild Connection

Why Male Friendships Matter & How Men Can Rebuild Genuine Connection

Friendship is one of the strongest protective factors for mental health and wellbeing. Yet many men find it challenging to build and maintain deep, supportive friendships in adulthood. While women are often encouraged to nurture emotional bonds from an early age, men are frequently socialised to value independence, stoicism, and […]

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