STRATEGIES FOR IMPROVING ASSERTIVENESS
Assertiveness is a valuable skill that allows you to express your thoughts and feelings in a clear and respectful manner, while also respecting the needs and boundaries of others. Here are some strategies for improving assertiveness: Identify your needs: Before you can express yourself assertively, it’s important to identify what […]
Importance of community and social support
Community and social support are crucial for our mental and emotional well-being. Humans are social creatures, and we thrive when we feel connected to others. Having a supportive community can provide us with a sense of belonging, emotional support, and practical assistance when we need it most. The importance of […]
How to handle work-related stress
Work-related stress is a common experience for many people, but there are several ways to handle it. Some of us have to juggle work with parenting, small businesses and taking care of our loved ones and it can be extremely tedious. However thereHere are some strategies to manage work-related stress: […]
How to support a person who is grieving
Grieving is a natural and necessary process that we all go through at some point in our lives. It can be a challenging and overwhelming experience, but it’s important to remember that you are not alone. Here are some ways to encourage those who are grieving: 1. Validate their feelings […]
Why you should love your body
Loving your body is an important aspect of self-care and overall wellbeing. It can be challenging in today’s world where unrealistic beauty standards and body shaming are prevalent, but it’s crucial to prioritize self-love and acceptance. Here are some reasons why you should love your body: Your body is unique […]
WAYS WE UNCONSCIOUSLY SABOTAGE OURSELVES
To sabotage yourself is to do something that comes in the way of your success or progress consciously or unconsciously. There are ways we sabotage ourselves and this includes: Being a yes-man- A yes-man is a person who says “yes” to every request or demand regardless of whether or not […]
SELF CARE TIPS: DO NOT BE TOO HARD ON YOURSELF
Life can be unfair sometimes. As human beings we face trial after trial and most times we don’t anticipate these challenges. We have people who treat us poorly, or disrespect us unprovoked but the truth is while we can’t entirely control what life throws at us or how people treat […]
Myths vs facts: Funny popular Nigerian myths.
Growing up we all heard a lot of funny myths. Our parents told us many ridiculous things to make us behave well and due to numerous superstitious beliefs, a lot of Nigerian myths were birthed. In this article I will be sharing funny Nigerian myths that will bring back a […]
BENEFITS OF LISITENING TO MUSIC
Music can improve mood, decrease pain and anxiety, and facilitate opportunities for emotional expression. Research suggests that music can benefit our physical and mental health in numerous ways. Music therapy is used by music therapists to enhance conventional treatment for a variety of illnesses and disease processes – from anxiety, […]
MYTHS AND FACTS ABOUT GRIEF
Grief is universal, but also unique: Everyone encounters grief, but no two people grieve in the same way. Even so, there are many myths about how people “should” grieve. Below are some truth about these myths and hope it helps someone reflect more deeply on their own grief journey. Myth: […]