It would be inaccurate to say it's a "new" problem; because "black and white" or "dichotomous" thinking has been around for a long time. As someone who's experienced depression for much of my life, I'm very familiar with it (not in a good way)! Psychologists...
I'm pretty sure you've heard the saying or seen the hashtag, #itsoknottobeok I'm not always a fan of these types of social media trends, because by definition they oversimplify, making mental ill-health or happiness or wellbeing or whatever seem ridiculously and unrealistically obvious. But I do...
In recent weeks, I've become aware of several juxtapositions in my life. I'm keen to let something go; but sad that it might soon be gone. I'm excited about several new opportunities; but anxious and a bit stressed about all that needs to be done....
I receive notifications from numerous publications when new articles or research appear related to happiness and mental health and other, related topics. Some of them I share with you here on this happiness blog, some I share or refer to in my weekly eNewsletter (you...
I woke up today, as I'm sure you did, to another day. Another day or challenges and opportunities. Another day or stressors and joys. Another day in which we all have the opportunity to choose ...
Today, right now, I'm happy. But I can't say that every day. In fact, some days, at times many days, I'm seriously unhappy. In fact, some days I'm quite depressed and anxious. And this is true for everyone. At least it is to some extent....
If you're reading this then you're interested in happiness, mental health, psychology, positive psychology or all of the above! But that doesn't mean you have the time to read all the great articles that are written and published, each and every week. I do! That's...
This week's question is, if I'm to be honest, a mash up of questions from several people. But I've combined them into this version because I think it's something many of us can relate to and many of us would like to know the answer...
More often than not, I talk and write about what you CAN DO to foster and develop more happiness in your life. But occasionally, I remember to remind readers and listeners that it's also important to consider what you should NOT DO unless you want...
let me be clear from the outset, I'm not a handyman. I wish I was, and I'm pleased to say I've become more handy in recent years, but there are still many jobs around the house I wish I knew how to do better and...