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The word narcissism is thrown around a lot. This word can summarise a whole set of behaviours we know all too well. But, sometimes, there is nothing fancy or qualified to explain how people are. Sometimes the reality is that there is no other explanation for some people — it’s …
So. Busy. That’s pretty much normal everyday life, right? Perhaps you are looking for a few extra ways to destress? Relaxing our minds from all of life’s noise is important to finding clarity, space and positive mental health. Constant busyness has made us reluctant experts in the act of ‘doing’. …
Sometimes we get knocked down, maybe one too many times in a row. We can really start to feel hopeless. Sometimes life is just shitty. There’s no doubt about that. We begin to wonder whether this is the way it is. It is easy to see how sinking into a …
We all crave a meaningful human connection. Yes, even you introverts. Research tells us that loneliness is a significant contributing factor to mental ill-health. Because of COVID, these restrictions, lockdowns, self-isolation, and quarantine put us in uncharted territory. And this new territory creates more opportunities for loneliness. Loneliness takes many …
The truth is, you are not always to blame for everything. So then, why do you always end up apologising? Saying sorry for other people’s mistakes sends a powerful message – to yourself and others. You communicate your boundaries, your self-worth and how you see yourself within your relationships. Thankfully, …
Overthinking is when your thoughts get stuck in a repetitive loop. It is easy to get bogged down in rumination, which can lead to increased anxiety and stress. Thankfully, there are ways you can stop overthinking and gain more control over your thoughts. Your thoughts are busy, and all this …
In your mind, there is nothing worse than crying at work, and dammit, you will not be THAT person. You have held on by your fingernails, and mercifully you only have 7 hours and 32 minutes of the day remaining. While the tears are bubbling just inches below your coping …
Stress is a significant contributing factor to mental ill-health. It’s true; we may not have control over all the things in our life, causing stress. However, we have control over how we interpret our experiences and our reactions to them. Positive thinking plays a part in reducing stress, and here’s …
Bravely is a blog about mental health, well-being and life – the good bits and some others that are not. I also write about family and domestic violence and abuse issues impacting far too many women in Australia and worldwide – so heads up on the trigger warning. But why …
Let’s recall in the not-so-distant past when COVID stress wasn’t even a thing. Back then, you had choices. Picking and choosing who you see, when you see them and what you do together. Back then, you had options, lots of them. Now, things look very different, and your once free …