For many, the beginning of a new year is synonymous with a fresh start, a blank slate to start good habits. Some may focus on …
Tips to Empathize with Others Online
Being there for others through an online platform is not easy. However, especially in the middle of the ongoing pandemic, we may still rely more …
What is Your Attachment Style?
You may notice that different people approach relationships differently. You may have a friend who is overly clingy with their romantic partner, who feels insecure …
How to Choose the Right Coping Strategy
Stress is something we can’t avoid in our everyday lives. Be it from school, work, or our relationships, sometimes situations take an unexpected, challenging turn, …
Are You A Good Listener?
A lot of people seem to think that they’re a good listener: They paraphrase, they nod, and they don’t interrupt. However, many still talk about …
Is stress always bad?: Getting to Know Eustress and Distress
Headaches, anxiety and sleepless nights; we immediately associate stress with bad things. But is stress always bad? What is the best way to deal with …
Understanding the Role of Emotional Validation
When we are going through hard times, sometimes we only need to be heard. We go to our friends or family to speak and vent …
What Are The Most Common Sources of Stress?
Be it from a personal conflict or too much workload, stress is something we all encounter in our everyday lives. While stress itself is a …
Getting In-Depth with Active Listening
Picture this: You had a bad day, and you went to your friend wanting to pour your heart out to them. Just when you begin …
Being Alone Doesn’t Have to Be Lonely
The pandemic has put a pause on many of our daily activities, including the social interactions that come with it. While many of the restrictions, …