Validation matters to your mood

Validation is a key element in strengthening relationships. Validation says: ‘I see you. You matter’. In a world where we are constantly chasing happiness or success, we forget to pause for a moment to appreciate what we have in the here-and-now. Have you...

Trauma-induced mood states

‘Trauma’ describes an experience of significant distress and is often thought of to involve a form of violence to the self or witness done to others. It does not have to be limited to violence and may involve an experience of distress such as deprivation in childhood...

Perfectionism no more!

‘Perfectionism’ is regarded as a strong need to perform at a mistake-free level and holding absolute high standards. In today’s fast-paced world, ambition and success are often thought to go hand-in-hand with perfectionism. Unfortunately, this positive connotation can...

Lavender love will boost your mood!

Lavandula (known as lavender) is native to the Mediterranean region, the Arabian Peninsula, and Russia but is grown throughout the world. Lavender flowers are known to represent calmness, purity, and grace. The purple flowers have a multitude of uses and benefits due...

Yoga and its positive effects on mood!

It’s a well-accepted fact that exercise improves your mood and your general sense of wellbeing. Not to mention the state of your physical body. So how do you choose what type of exercise to engage in, when you do? And why is the world going gaga over Yoga in...