Motivation is a key part of our lives. It’s our drive to achieve our goals and keep bettering ourselves. But when we’re under pressure, it can be hard to keep it up. This can sometimes be the case in school life, where exams and workload feel overwhelming. Feeling demotivated can have a domino effect. So, …
From our earliest moments of life, the relationships we make shape the way we see ourselves and interact with the world around us. Psychologists call the ways we connect with others around us attachment styles. Attachment styles are important because they influence our emotional experiences, relationships, and overall well-being. Attachment styles offer insight into the …
When we’re very young, other people teach us how to behave, whether they are parents, teachers, friends or communities. This is natural, as at this age we learn how the world works and how we fit into it. Examples of this may be ‘don’t hit others’, or ‘don’t steal’. They help us be comfortable in …
In this episode of Lifted by Lyfeproof, Millie and Dan discuss the realities of living with Neurodiversity and the challenges that might come with it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4CHhZO9neB8&t=1s
Speaking to a professional (such as a teacher or school counsellor) about your mental health can feel frightening, even before you start talking. But speaking in an environment like this is one of the best ways to begin working through your issues and start trying to find solutions for them. To help you properly benefit …
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What is anger? Anger is a normal emotion that we all have the ability to feel and express. It is ok to feel anger. You are entitled to feel anger. Anger can become a problem when you feel it is out of control, you are hurting yourself or others (people, property, or objects), spending time …
Sometimes, mental health struggles are interconnected and can occur at the same time. This phenomenon is known as comorbidity. The most common example of comorbid mental health disorders is the case of depression and anxiety. But why is it that these two disorders often accompany each other? What is anxiety and depression and how can …
Mental health is an important aspect of our emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing. So, it is important to be open and honest when you are experiencing poor mental health. Often, the most valuable way of improving your mental health is through sharing your experiences with the people you trust. This allows you to process your …
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Self-esteem is something that everybody struggles with at some point in their life. A good way to deal with low self esteem is taking the time everyday to practice positive affirmations. We have created this worksheet to help you start practicing positive self-esteem. To dowload, click here.
Worries are unpleasant thoughts that are hard to get out of your head. Even thought it is normal to have worries, excessive worry can lead to feelings of anxiety and stress, which can then affect our ability to get on with our day-to-day life. We have created this worksheet to help you challenge your worries. …
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