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The Influence Of Childhood Experiences On Adult Anxiety

Our journey through life is profoundly shaped by the experiences we encounter during our formative years. Childhood, with its innocence and vulnerability, lays the foundation for our emotional well-being. One aspect that has garnered significant attention is the link between childhood experiences and adult anxiety.

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The Impact Of Cultural Differences On Expatriate Mental Health

Starting a life in a new country as an expat is an exciting journey with plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth. But amid the excitement, there lies a less talked-about aspect: mental health, affected by the complex mix of cultural differences.

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How Quality Time Helps To Build Stronger Relationship Bonds

Building and maintaining strong relationships is a cornerstone of a fulfilling life. Amidst work pressures, social obligations, and technological distractions, it becomes crucial to recognize the transformative power of quality time in building stronger relationship bonds.

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How to find a job you love? By Shifan Hu-Couble

Do you love the job you have? If not, how can you find a job you love? Psychotherapist, Shifan Hu-Couble takes you through a few exercises to help you identify your dream job to get you started in living your life of passion.

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Coping With Loss: Grieving And Rebuilding Mental Resilience

Loss is an inevitable part of the human experience, touching each of us in unique ways. Whether it's bidding farewell to a loved one, the closing chapter of a relationship, or a life-altering change, grappling with loss can be an overwhelming journey that we all navigate in our own deeply personal ways.

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Nurturing Intimacy in Long-Term Relationships: Understanding and Overcoming Challenges by Dr Martha Tara Lee

Do you know what is needed to nurture intimacy in your long-term relationship? Relationship Counsellor and Sex Therapist, Dr Martha Tara Lee takes you through what you can do to face various intimacy challenges.

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What is effective communication in a relationship? By Stacey Lee Henderson

Have you ever felt that you could not express what you really wanted to say? Have you ever felt that you were not being heard? Or perhaps you were listening, but in being distracted, you lost all meaning and content of the conversation? If this has happened to you, you may want to try an activity called “Active Listening”. Clinical Psychologist & Organizational Psychologist, Stacey Lee Henderson takes you through this activity.

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A Useful Guide: How To Overcome Jealousy In Relationships

Experiencing jealousy in a romantic relationship is inherently uncomfortable and complicated for many. However, it's fairly normal to feel this way from time to time, especially in a relationship that is undergoing changes or is newly formed. In fact, it can even be healthy—but only up to a point.

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What is psychotherapy, in the context of addiction? by Leon Chng

What is Psychotherapy? What has it got to do with me – isn’t it for people with mental illness or complex mental issues like addicts with hardcore addiction issues? Find out how you personally can benefit from psychotherapy with Counsellor, Leon Chng, especially if you are struggling with addiction.

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How to find your therapist? by Shifan Hu-Couble

Are you struggling to decide how to choose a psychologist, counsellor, psychotherapist for you? The Counselling Place’s Psychotherapist and Parenting Coach, Ms Shifan Hu-Couble takes you through the decision process of finding the right therapist (be it a psychologist, counsellor, or psychotherapist) for you.

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Understanding Perfectionism: How It Impacts Mental Health

For the most part, striving for perfection in all things can be beneficial, especially if it is the adaptive type of perfectionism—which involves organization, conscientiousness, and ambitious goals—as it is linked to high self-esteem, career success, greater life satisfaction, and overall happiness. But while some perfectionists can achieve incredible success by setting lofty goals for themselves, most are generally held back as they inevitably make mistakes, diminishing their self-esteem and ultimately affecting their daily functioning.

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5 Ways To Cheer Yourself Up After Having A Bad Day

We've all been there—those days when nothing seems to go right, and even the smallest setbacks feel like insurmountable challenges. Although it is perfectly normal to have a bad day now and then, the key is not to let it cast a shadow over your entire mood and outlook. Fortunately, there are practical and uplifting ways to turn things around and cheer yourself up after a challenging day.

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