Mental health

Not big goals. Not reinvention. Just small, grounding resets that reduce noise and give you a steadier starting point. You do not need a dramatic overhaul to move forward well. Sometimes you just need to clear a bit of space and let your system settle. 1. Close the open loops that are quietly draining you Some things cost energy even when you are not actively thinking about them. Unfinished conversations. Decisions you have been avoiding. Loose ends that never quite got tied

We often talk about confidence as something that comes from certainty. From knowing what to do. From being prepared enough that nothing unexpected can throw us off.

For a long time, I believed powering through made me more productive. Coffee in hand. Eyes glued to the screen. Convincing myself I was “getting things done”. It turns out that idea does not hold up very well. The science is clear. Short, intentional breaks improve mood, reduce stress and help you work better, not less. Immediate relief You do not need a long break for it to work. Even a couple of minutes away from your desk makes a difference. Anxiety drops. Mood lifts. Your

We’ve all been there, looking back at decisions and wondering, “why did I do that?” It’s easy to replay the past like a bad TV rerun, but holding on only drains your energy. The truth? You can’t change what’s already happened, but you can change how you see it. Doing your best at the time Maybe you weren’t in the perfect situation, or your mind was all over the place. But chances are, you did the best you could with what you had. Beating yourself up now doesn’t help. Break th

We all know relationships are supposed to add something to our lives. Support, laughter, energy, perspective. But sometimes the opposite happens. Instead of feeling uplifted, you leave an interaction drained, irritated, or questioning yourself. That’s the warning sign of a toxic relationship and it’s worth paying attention to. Steer clear of toxic folk Some people seem fine in a group but turn into a different version of themselves when it’s just the two of you. Maybe it’s go

In today’s digital world, we spend so much time chatting, online, over messages, or face-to-face. How we communicate shapes our relationships, at home and at work. And while it’s tempting to put forward a polished version of ourselves, the real magic usually happens when we don’t quite get it right, but choose honesty anyway. I’ve caught myself more than once typing a message, rereading it, softening it, polishing it, and then realising I’ve edited out what I actually meant.