Anxiety & stress Articles
Denial in psychology originates from psychoanalytic theory and its ideas about ‘defence mechanisms‘. What are defence mechanisms? Defence mechanisms are unconscious forms of self-deception we use to avoid anxiety and emotional pain, or to ensure we are ‘acceptable’ to others. Denial is a very popular defence mechanism. It is when we act as if an...
Yes, tears can be a great emotional release, helping us process sadness or even overwhelming joy. But crying for no reason? And can’t stop crying all the time? Then it’s more likely a sign of something else that needs your attention. 9 Factors That See You Crying For No Reason Here are 9 reasons why you...
Worry and anxiety tend to be interchangeable in daily conversations. “I’m so anxious about my upcoming test” means the same as, “I am so worried”. But when it comes to psychology, worry and anxiety are two different things. And one is more serious than the other. [Sure you have anxiety and need help fast? Book...
Overcoming fear of failure requires a lot more than a pep talk. Why? A true fear of failure is rarely present-based or even logic. Yes, you might have a big presentation to do, and yes, your fear of messing it up is real. But if fear of failure is something you constantly battle with, then...
Being oversensitive can feel a blessing and a curse. Do you often feel like you were born with the capacity to feel things that others just can’t? Or lack the self protective ‘skin’ others seem to naturally have? Are you emotionally sensitive? “Oversensitive” is perhaps not the best term because it is a judgement. It...
From open space environments to team building events, modern work life is rarely geared to introverts in the workplace. How can you navigate expectations and succeed in a workplace geared to extroverts if you are an introvert? Are you actually an introvert? The word ‘introvert’ is very misunderstood. Introvert and shyness are not synonyms, nor is...
Life can give, but it can also take away without warning. And we all know that when what is lost is a loved one or a relationship that matters, it can lead to bereavement and loss. But what about losing something you love like an ongoing social event you’ve attended for years, a volunteering job you...
Worried there must be something wrong with you as you are not ‘happy’ all the time? Or, conversely, always protesting you are happy and fine? It is a common oversimplification that happiness and psychological wellbeing are the same thing. Happiness can be part of wellbeing, yes. But you can actually be happy in moments but...
Anxiety is bad enough. When it turns into anxiety attacks, we can feel our life is in danger (about a quarter of visits to A&E for heart attacks end up being anxiety). What practical steps can you take to stop an anxiety attack? 7 Ways to Stop an Anxiety Attack 1. Accept the experience. For...
Screen time has been getting a bad rap of late. It’s been blamed for unhappiness and obesity in teenagers, falling grades, and even growing rates of ADHD. [Read more on this in our connected piece, “Is Too Much Screen Time Really a Big Deal?“]. Of course screens are a necessary part of modern life. So what...
