To be pessimistic is to think that things will probably go wrong and that your goals or wishes are unlikely to be fulfilled. It’s an attitude characterized by a negative outlook, but this isn’t inherently bad. The right amount of pessimism can make a person more grounded, and have more realistic expectations. However, too much can negatively affect both your mental and physical wellbeing.
Read MorePositive visualization is a wellness technique that has been used for centuries to prime the mind. It is the process of using your imagination to visualize a desired future outcome, especially one that may not seem possible at the present moment.
Read MoreBy now we probably all know what a diary is - I’m sure we’ve all kept one for personal or professional purposes at some point in our lives. But I wonder if it’s ever had any real purpose, other than acting as a space to pour ourselves out into.
Read MoreToxic positivity online is growing. People feel like they have to be their best selves all the time. Let’s change that.
Read MoreLoneliness, anxiety and depression are on the rise. Dance is being touted as the new wellness practice that boosts our mental health and brings people together.
Read MoreWe spend huge amounts of time consuming information online, but what does this mean for our sense of happiness?
Read MoreA practice of gratitude is one of the quickest and easiest but also the most powerful habits to bring into your day, and one of the best ways of forming that habit is to keep a gratitude journal. We discuss four key benefits journaling in this way can bring to your wellbeing.
Read MoreIn life, 97% of the things we worry about never actually take place and, during a crisis like this one (COVID-19), worrying is part of our human nature. But, there are some brain hacks that will help you keep your cool and protect your mental health.
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