When we endure distressing experiences, the conscious mind is the part that you are aware of, where you actively think about it or where you try to avoid thinking of it as a form of avoidance. Distressing experiences often overwhelm the conscious mind and sometimes, it tries to push the distress away by avoiding thoughtsContinue reading “Stress clouds the conscious mind”
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We can only heal what we acknowledge
We can only heal what we acknowledge runs contrary to the common phrase that time heals everything. Time alone does not heal, it is choice that creates change. Being aware of unresolved issues within ourselves begins with being conscious that our reactions are being shaped by what lies within. Science-backed benefits of meditation are variedContinue reading “We can only heal what we acknowledge”
Your brain and body pay a price from prolonged stress
Stressors/ traumas leaves imprints on both the mind and body through a complex interplay of neurological, hormonal/chemical and physical. These imprints manifest as tension, dysfunction and pain. Repeated stressors can also create lasting changes, albeit more subtly than traumas. #LimitlessResponseAbility #Wellbeing #BeingYourBest
Our body remembers, our body has a memory
Our body remembers. Our body has a memory. Stressors/ traumas often get stuck in the body (tension, pain, reaction) & in the mind (looping thoughts/ emotional triggers). #LimitlessResponseAbility #Wellbeing #BeingYourBest
Your sentences sentence you to your life
Words have a great influence on our mind. Whether our inner voice or self-talk is uplifting or self-deflating plays a role in shaping our mindset, our outlook and our actions. We are either our strongest cheerleader or our harshest critic, the choice is ours. Practising self-compassion seems like the most logical, yet few practise itContinue reading “Your sentences sentence you to your life”
A tree with strong roots withstands the storm but roots can’t grow when the storm is on the horizon
Resilience is one’s ability to adapt to life’s difficulties and seek a path forward through challenges. “It’s a flexible mindset that helps you adapt, think critically, and stay focused on your values and what matters most,” says Luana Marques, professor from Harvard Medical School. Everyone has the ability to be resilient however, one’s capacity toContinue reading “A tree with strong roots withstands the storm but roots can’t grow when the storm is on the horizon”
Worry is awareness going to the future and returning to the present to marinate in it
As Dandapani sums it up well that the act of worry is awareness repeatedly visiting that exact problem in the mind without doing anything to resolve it—just marinating in it. When a person begins to control where awareness goes in their mind, they can start the process of overcoming worry. With an understanding, and eventuallyContinue reading “Worry is awareness going to the future and returning to the present to marinate in it “
Habits can shape our lives
Sharing a great article on how our habits can shape our lives. They’re the basis for most of our positive outcomes in life and also the unfavourable ones. Which existing habits are standing in your way? Which new habits will allow you to make the changes you would like to see? Explore the 3 Science-Backed Strategies toContinue reading “Habits can shape our lives”
Creating a mental space between your thoughts and emotions
Science-backed benefits of meditation are varied and numerous. The consistent practice of meditation has a positive impact on the physical, mental and emotional health. We are all familiar with the mental clutter that we experience in rapid fire in our mind. Distressing thoughts keep us awake at night; our emotions can colour our reactions. AmishiContinue reading “Creating a mental space between your thoughts and emotions”
Where attention goes, energy flows
How we perceive drives what we do and we can see how perception influences motivation. Our perception of our capabilities influences our willingness to act. A positive self-perception may drive confidence and proactive behaviour whereas unfavourable self-perception may lead to hesitation and inaction. One of the fundamentals to living well is ensuring mental and emotionalContinue reading “Where attention goes, energy flows”