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How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others
While constant comparison can leave you feeling like you don’t measure up, it’s a habit you can break - here’s how. Define success on your own terms Often, we feel inadequate because we’re chasing someone else’s version of success. Try to remember that everyone’s journey is different - shaped by different circumstances and opportunities [...]
Affirmations to Help Build Self-esteem
Most people struggle with self-doubt from time to time, but persistently low confidence, negative body image, and a lack of self-worth can severely impact your mental wellbeing. Affirmations are simple but powerful phrases designed to disrupt unhelpful thought patterns. By consciously replacing unhelpful thoughts with encouraging statements, you can quiet negative self-talk, boost your [...]
The Ozempic Effect Truth Trends and the Reality Webinar
The Ozempic Effect: Truth, Trends, and the Reality of GLP-1s You see it in the headlines, on your social feeds, and in casual conversation: GLP-1 medications like Ozempic have completely shifted the landscape of health and weight loss. But behind the dramatic transformations lies a complex medical reality. In this webinar, we're moving past [...]
Important Health Days
World Hepatitis Day – 28 July World Hepatitis Day raises awareness of viral hepatitis, a condition that affects the liver and often shows no symptoms in its early stages. Early detection, vaccination, and access to treatment can help prevent serious health complications. This year’s theme, "Let's Break It Down," encourages greater awareness, education, and [...]
Grow Your Money, Start Saving
Grow Your Money – Start Saving July is National Savings Month and with tax season landing in your inbox, hello IRP5 it’s the perfect time to reset your money saving habits Here’s the simple shift: Don’t save what’s left after spending. Spend what’s left after saving. Pay Yourself First Most of us follow this [...]
Parental Guilt and Switching Off
Whether you’re planning a vacation without the kids, or just taking half an hour alone to unwind, parental guilt often finds a way to creep in. Here are three gentle reminders to help you let go of this feeling and put your own wellbeing back on the priority list. Guilt isn’t proof that you’re [...]
Adolescent Mental Health Webinar
Adolescence is a time of change, growth, and learning, posing many new challenges to both teens and parents. This workshop will provide parents with a strong understanding of normative adolescent development and behaviours, giving them the confidence to recognize when it's time to intervene and seek support from a professional. We will also learn [...]
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and Beating the Winter/ Summer Blues
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and Beating the Winter/ Summer Blues: Recognising symptoms and proactive strategies. Understanding SAD within the SA context taking the different seasonal components into consideration including the impact on workplace performance and leadership. Learning objectives Defining SAD Understanding SAD in the SA context Treatment for SAD Proactive Tips to manage SAD SAD [...]
How to Prioritize Self-Care
Self-care isn’t a luxury - it’s the foundation of mental wellbeing. However, it’s often the first thing we forget when life gets busy. Here are a few tips to help you start putting yourself first. Check in with yourself Self-awareness is the starting point for self-care, so take a few moments each morning to [...]