The Mental Health Minute – June 2024
The Mental Health Minute – June Edition The Healthy Mind Platter. In the hustle of modern life, maintaining mental well-being can feel elusive. However, a balanced mental regimen is as essential as a balanced diet. The Healthy Mind Platter, developed by Dr. Daniel Siegel and Dr. David Rock, provides a framework for nourishing our minds […]
The Mental Health Minute – May 2024
The Mental Health Minute – May Edition “The Five Love Languages” – Understanding your partner and improving your relationship. Twenty-five years ago, Dr. Gary Chapman’s created the Five Love Languages framework to help individuals understand how they and their partners perceive and express love. He discovered that understanding and effectively expressing love in alignment with […]
Benefits of Chair Yoga
The benefits of Chair Yoga are many. Here are the Top 11 reasons to participate and practice Chair Yoga: Cultivated better, deeper breathing Yogic Breath activates the parasympathetic gland, which promotes a relaxation response. Focusing on our breath takes us out of the mind, so allows the mind to take a rest. Working in alignment […]
The Mental Health Minute – April 2024
The Mental Health Minute – April Edition Understanding PTSD: Beyond the Battlefield As we honour the sacrifices of our soldiers on ANZAC day, it’s essential to reflect not only on their bravery, but also on the psychological scars many carried home. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), once colloquially termed “Shell Shock,” was historically linked to combat […]