Asking ‘Are you OK?’ seems like an easy question, but in workplaces it may be one of the hardest questions we can ask each other. Today, on R U OK? Day, we are reminded that this simple question can open …
This year’s World Suicide Prevention Day continues the theme for 2024–2026: Changing the Narrative on Suicide. But what does that really mean in practice? Changing the narrative means moving beyond narrow views that stigmatise suicide and prevent us from recognising …
Grounding practices for stress, anxiety, and cognitive overload—based on mindfulness and neuroscience Feeling disconnected from the present moment is something many individuals experience, especially during periods of stress or cognitive overload. But when this disconnection becomes intense—like a temporary …
Why is it that something as simple as caring for ourselves can feel so difficult? We all need rest, silence, or space. But instead, we often choose to answer one more message, say yes when we want to say no, …
Breathing exercises, particularly mindful breathing, are among the most recognized practices for managing stress. However, for many individuals, the idea of sitting in silence and focusing solely on the breath can seem daunting, if not impossible. Whether due to physical …