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“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” Visualizing your perfect day is important not necessarily because it will be a recurring reality, but because it’s crucial to understand what a simple life or an “uncomplicated life” really means to you. And it’s different for everyone for me, it means practicing my morning gratitude meditation, quiet writing and…
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Semua emosi ini membawa makna yang berbeza. Kita kena tahu apa yang kita rasa secara spesifik & menamakan perasaan itu. Ini namanya “emotional literacy.” Bebenang. Bila kita tahu lagi banyak perkataan untuk menamakan emosi, lebih mudah untuk kita diskriminasi antara setiap perasaan yang berbeza. Kenal pasti perasaan, fahaminya dan luahkan. Bila kita menamakan emosi, kita…
Read moreFamily Violence Cases Surges During Covid-19 Pandemic
The impact of the COVID 19 pandemic on all of us has been significant. The shock has been felt by even the most harmonious of families and couples, with the juggle of home schooling and working from home arrangements having a dramatic impact on women in particular, and in many homes reinforcing gender roles which…
Read moreWHY AM I FEELING SENSITIVE ?
What Does It Mean To be Sensitive ? Emotional sensitivity is necessary building block for close and satisfying relationships. Human are made of emotions, but some people are too sensitive. You are easily overwhelmed and particularly aware how other’s behavior affects you. You take things personally, you react defensively to other people, and judge others…
Read moreMental Health During Pandemic
Mental Health During Pandemic According to Dr. Ronald W. Pies, Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry, the term “mental health pandemic” is not accurate & not even helpful. Let’s start by looking at the definition of pandemic itself“Pandemic refers to a disease epidemic that has spread over several countries or continents, usually affecting a large number of…
Read moreLet’s Talk: All About Self-Esteem
Self-esteem refers to the overall positive evaluation a person has of themselves, or in simpler terms a person’s satisfaction with oneself. It consists of an individual respecting themselves and considering themselves as worthy. It is related commonly to personal beliefs about skills, abilities, and social relationships. Self-esteem has been identified as an important determinant of…
Read moreIF I GET DEMENTIA…
1. If I get dementia, I want my friends and family to embrace my reality. If I think my spouse is still alive, or if I think we’re visiting my parents for dinner, let me believe those things. I’ll be much happier for it 2. If I get dementia, I don’t want to be treated…
Read moreHow to Make Healthy, Attainable New Year’s Resolutions During COVID-19
A new year is often a time for self-reflection and thinking about what we may want to change in our lives. 2020 was a year like no other, so naturally how we decide to move forward from it will also be different from previous years. It’s important to reframe the way we think about New…
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