The brain naturally prefers what feels familiar. That is why trying something new can feel uncomfortable, even when it is good for wellbeing. The good news is that this isn't where the story ends. In the previous blog, Why Does Your Brain Resist Change?, we looked at why the brain often resists change. This follow-up explores what can help. Training your...
When your body starts slowing down, life can feel like it’s shifted beneath your feet. Things that once came easily—walking around the shops, gardening for hours, even climbing the stairs—may suddenly take more effort, more planning, or feel out of reach altogether. Declining physical health represents one of life's most challenging transitions, affecting not only the body but also the mind,...
When we think about improving our mental health, it’s easy to picture big changes—quitting a stressful job, moving to a new city, starting therapy, or completely overhauling our daily routine. And while those steps can sometimes help, they’re not always feasible—or even necessary. More often than not, it’s the small shifts that make the biggest difference. I like to think of it...
Helping young people succeed goes beyond providing basic education and meeting their basic needs. It means teaching them how to keep going when things get tough. Life for many young people can be full of challenges. Pressure to do well in school, meet expectations, and figure out who they are. Confronting these challenges can be overwhelming, especially when things don’t go...
Do you wake up feeling you are ready to take on the day? Or do you find yourself hitting the snooze button, feeling unmotivated? Motivation may come and go, and it can be influenced by factors such as stress, mood, and life events. However one approach often overlooked is gratitude. For years, gratitude was often misunderstood. Many saw it as a...
What does it truly mean to live life to the fullest and flourish? This profound question has been contemplated for centuries, across cultures and philosophies. While there are no definitive answers, modern psychology provides a framework for breaking down the components of a deeply fulfilling human life. Flourishing is one of the most promising concepts illuminated through the field of positive...
