What is Quarter-Life? After WWII there was a change in society due to industrialisation and globalisation. Jobs required more training which meant children stayed in school longer and entered the workforce later. This also meant that they gained financial independence and got married later in life. Both marriage and financial independence are two aspects that … Read more
Unemployment can be a challenging life transition that significantly impacts mental and emotional well-being. When a job is lost, it often affects one’s self-esteem, sense of identity, and daily routine, which can lead to heightened levels of stress, anxiety, and even depression. In this article, we explore how unemployment affects mental health, backed by current … Read more
The hidden effects of stress Stress has simply become a regular part of modern day life and this may explain why we often fail to see the significance of our stress. Stress is your bodies way of protecting itself, when working properly, stress can cause a person to be more focused, energetic and alert. There … Read more
Most of us know how stressful sitting exams can be, but any kind of assessment where the outcome affects your future can cause anxiety. For example: Exams Practical assessments Work presentations Interviews All of these types of situations can bring with them a certain amount of stress, anxiety and worry. However waiting for the exam … Read more
What is mindfulness? Originating from the Buddhist sati, mindfulness is the moment-by-moment intentional, accepting and non-judgmental awareness and focus of one’s attention on the emotions, thoughts, surroundings and sensations occurring in the present moment. It is commonly referred to as “being in the now.” Benefits of mindfulness on stress Mindfulness has been shown to be … Read more
