Mind

Negative thinking is sometimes an easy trap to fall into because we all at some point in our life go through hardship. In order to stop this way of thinking you need to be aware of how to change it consciously. Here are some tips.

Some people leapfrog from relationship to relationship, settling for someone who isn’t right for them because of the fear of being alone instead of taking the time to find out who they really are. Being single should be as validated and respected by society as coupledom is, but it’s not always the case. Explore the unexpected joys of being single and discover positive ways to find meaning and peace in being single.

WellBeing reader Jacintha Field shares how art therapy helped her and her son move towards a place of deep healing, growth and connection.

The story that you tell yourself about who you are shapes your life. This means you are responsible for what is happening to you, but it also means you have the power to change your story, find your power and change your life.

The “expectation effect” is not about notions of magical magnetism, it is about a scientific understanding that what you expect has real, tangible power to shape your world.

It is important to take control of your mind. Overthinking makes you feel out of control but with the help of a good toolkit this habit can change. Here are some ways to get started.

Authenticity is an ancient word that has undergone a modern do-over in the 21st century. This is the nature of language; it morphs and changes. What does authenticity mean in its more contemporary mode? Is it a fad, or does it have staying power? Let’s get real with what it means to be authentic.

As mindfulness is defined as non-judgmental awareness of the present moment, and goal setting represents future-focused attainment, I always viewed them as incompatible. It wasn’t until I read some of Dr Alan Wallace’s research that I was able to reconcile the two. Alan is an author and western expert on Tibetan Buddhism and teaches that there is great value in wholesome goals and desires. That is, goals and desires that are conducive to positive mental health and overall wellbeing.

We chat with iKOU founder Naomi Whitfeld about the life-changing power of wellness rituals.

“Every day, I’m reminded my favourite mug doesn’t belong to me ” One reader reveals why a simple blue mug reminds her of her brother.

Current research shows that writing about yourself in a positive sense is linked to better emotional and physical health. So what’s stopping you? It’s time to find the courage to put pen to paper and write your memoir.

The second decade of the 21st century has been the era of the jab. Arguably the most commonly used word during this time has, sadly, been “vaccination”. While to jab or not to jab has caused so much controversy and division, one thing we all desire is to be immune to the insidious COVID virus that caught the world by surprise. But while we acknowledge that we can choose to get shots to ward off diseases, is there a shot that can give us immunity from sadness and stress?