Some critics claim that the present age is “traditionless”. However, it is impossible for any age to be completely traditionless. No society or community is capable of maintaining its existence without the benefits of traditions. For example, without traditions and the history of our ancestors, we would not have our own language as Arabs. That is because …
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The presence of misogyny in every aspect of society has had profound effects on women being negatively impacted by it. Whether it is violence against women, sexist songs denigrating women, or even an overall unequal treatment of women, their mental health is being severely impacted to the point where seeking facilities to assist them has …
Mindfulness is not only maintaining a moment by moment awareness of your surroundings and mental agility. Mindfulness skills also work towards improving your emotional and mental health to become better at dealing with distress and tolerating situations that can ultimately turn into a crisis without emotional management. Psychology Today says, “distress is an inevitable part …
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Recent instances of high-profile athletes prioritizing their mental health, along with organized efforts from the sports industry, have triggered an important shift in the narrative of mental health in sports. Hiding your vulnerabilities can reinforce the stigma around mental health. Recovery is as important for mental health as it is for physical health. Athletes and …
“Oh, no. It is nothing. She just zones out a lot.” “She is just daydreaming again.” “Forget about it. She is just being dramatic.” The word “just”, when placed in the context of describing thoughts, feelings, or behaviours, automatically minimizes what it is that they might be experiencing. Unfortunately, it is all too familiar to some of us when we …
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Society has always tried to save women from their own sexuality, in the name of “protecting” them. Whether it from was parents, teachers, or any other authority figure, girls were always told to stay “pure” and “untouched”. Under the disguise of protecting them from men who want to “use” them, such figures would often shame …
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Forming long-lasting friendships are one of the most prominent relationships we, as individuals, can form. These friendships help us grow, shape our identities, and are extremely crucial for survival. Though, sometimes, these long-lasting relationships are not exactly healthy, nor good for us. In fact, these relationships can sometimes be toxic, especially when your friend starts …
Stress can have a severe impact on your life if it is not taken care of and can ultimately lead to mental health issues and instability. Of course, there are the cliché responses that you may often get told on how to deal with the mind-boggling reality of stress, like “stay positive” or “have you …
In our society today, we are flooded with the thought that thinness equals health, either spoken right out loud or through subtler ways. The idea that weight is synonymous with health can actually lead to bias and stigmatization that can be quite harmful. What is Diet Culture? Diet culture refers to a rigid set of expectations …
Maybe it is a friend who struggles with anxiety, a cousin who struggles with their body image, a younger sibling that shows maladaptive thought patterns, or a colleague that seems burnt out. There are many who struggle around us, giving us valid reasons to believe that they might benefit from seeking professional mental healthcare. However, …