The Body & Mind Hurt Together
byWhy discussing mental health is important in responding to physical pain. People everywhere who struggle with chronic pain face personal and societal barriers that limit…
Psychology
When Our Need to Belong Becomes Harmful
byHow do our various identities serve our need to feel part of something bigger? How does the biological need for a sense of belonging affect…
What Happens When We Label People as Toxic?
byLabeling people as toxic, rather than their behaviors and the societal narratives they internalize, does more individual and collective harm than good. As a therapist…
You Don’t Have to be Present All the Time
byPracticing mindfulness needs to be balanced with allowing your mind to wander, reflect, and take action to achieve optimal mental wellbeing, creativity, and meaningful community…
The Personal & Societal Dangers of Excessive Positivity
byAt what point is positive thinking truly serving us versus coming in the way of our personal growth, mental health, relationships, and community engagement? The…
You Need Craft Now More Than Ever
byExploring how textile crafts are essential to mental health and creativity. Crafts had found their way into my hands long before I was faced with…
Do Therapists Ever Get Bored of Their Job?
byIs my story too boring for even a therapist to hear? I was once asked if I ever get bored at my job. I firmly…
You Were 96% More Creative as a Child
byYou were 96% more creative as a child, understand the reasons behind decreased creativity and how can we avoid it for future generations. If…
Table For One, Please
byWhen was the last time you had your alone time? Is your schedule filled with obligations and forced social interactions? Before you plan your…
When the Brain is in Danger – Questioning Beliefs
byWhat happens to our brains when our beliefs are questioned? Why is it that when we are given evidence that counterattacks our beliefs, we…
The Influence Our Surrounding Environments Have On Us
byWe are often unaware of how influential the environment we surround or place ourselves in may impact our overall state of wellbeing. As much…
Childhood Bully and the Long-Lasting Damage it Causes
byThough main forms of bully start and end at a young age in school, the damage it causes in the victims can last a lifetime….
Our Human Underestimations: Forgiveness
byExploring the psychology of forgiveness, its roots, and benefits, and then diving into the application of it and the importance of prioritizing the healing of…
Can Students’ Stress Cross Into The Realm Of Mental Illness?
byMany students do not recognize the difference between being stressed and having a Mental Illness. Know the difference through this article and take the necessary…
Remember that Song?
byA look at how music has evolved and the memories we build with our favorite tracks. For those of you who are in…
Meet the Founder of Jeddah’s First Artistic Movement (@Mohanna_tayeb)
byMohanna Tayeb is on the cusp of making promising changes within the upcoming artistic scene in Saudi Arabia. Mohanna Tayeb believes that his portraits…
Why You Should Wake Up for Sunrise
byHow could you possibly benefit from waking up hours before the start of your daily routine to watch the sunrise? The night following my…
Everlasting Happiness – What Is It? And How Can We Attain It?
byWhat does it mean to be happy? Is it only the feeling of joy as many of us think? And how can we reach…
The Self: The Human Mind’s Greatest Act of Creation
byThe writer explores the mesmerizing development and manifestation of the self. The self is the human mind’s greatest act of creation. A creation molded to…
Anxiety; The Modern Epidemic
byAnxiety is a serious problem that many of us have but don’t realize. Find out how to spot anxiety and what to do about it….