From Liz's years of experience with counselling and support groups, it works because it is always the people who share similar struggles and feelings that understand and support each other the best.

AMindset has dedicated a weekly women’s support group, where we provide a safe space for anyone who needs someone to listen to or wants to discuss the challenges women face. Email us at [email protected] to learn more and save your spot.

Remember, seeking help is a sign of strength, and with the proper support, recovery is possible. Take the first step towards better mental health by reaching out and prioritizing your well-being.

While depression is primarily known as a mental health condition, its impact extends far beyond the mind. Research has shown that depression can have profound effects on our physical well-being, influencing chronic conditions, the immune system, sleep patterns, inflammation levels, and even lifestyle factors. Understanding this connection is crucial in promoting holistic well-being and finding effective ways to support individuals who are dealing with both mental and physical challenges. 

Let's explore this fascinating topic together.

Many people suffer from issues like anxiety, depression, and trauma in silence. Seeking help from a therapist can be a game-changer, but finding the right therapist can be daunting. 

How about starting with identifying specific therapy needs ❤️‍🩹? You can then research potential therapists and evaluate if they are suitable for you. Listen to the podcast to learn about the rest of the steps!

Starting a family is a major life milestone that requires not only physical but also mental preparation. While couples take necessary steps to care for their physical health, little is done to prepare for the emotional and psychological changes that come with becoming a parent.

How can we manage the shift in priorities and values? Are we ready for conflicts? How can we maintain a healthy relationship with our partner?

Be proactive, not reactive. Bring the conversations in and let us be the support you need on the way to becoming loving parents.

Did you know that our brain manages our day-to-day thoughts, emotions, memories, and other behaviors through cognitive processes called executive functions?

They're incredibly crucial for our work and life success, and a healthy development of these functions sets us off for a resilient and happy life. But how can we support our children to develop these skills at an early age?

Sometimes, we may overlook the fact that we are the ones who hold ourselves back the most when it comes to seeking help. 

Everyone deserves access to mental health care, and the first step is to remove self-stigma. Then, to embrace the healing process, where psychotherapy helps individuals understand ourselves, regulate our emotions and manage our lives well.

So, how can we remove the self-stigma?

"When it comes to life-transitions, we can plan and control the logistics of the move, but we cannot plan and control our emotional feelings."  

Many of us who face relocation will have deep ties and connections with the place we are about to leave. This attachment makes the transition to a different location challenging which may result in us grieving for a chapter in life that is closing. That journey may be smooth or rocky, but there are certain attitudes and behaviours that may help!

"Life is full of events that make us stumble and fall. But every time we get back up, we build our resilience-muscles, making us stronger and better. 

Young people face many adversities that may cause them to fall or feel they have failed. But if family or friends support them, the trouble becomes a positive experience and builds their resilience. Resilience is a positive aspect that enables adolescents to develop the strength to respond to adversity and become stronger and happier individuals. 

Sibling relationships can be some of our most rewarding and lifelong relationships. Though siblings often argue and conflict, some disagreements are, in fact, healthy and result in learning great lessons in life. At the same time, some disputes point to predisposing factors and could be dealt with better.

When should parents interfere? How to open up a conversation with your children? How can you set boundaries and rules at home?

Listen to the podcast and bring home some handy tips! 

What makes life transitions so challenging? Can we be prepared for changes? Do we stay the same or grow a completely new self in the face of change? What is a choice map?

A personal experience - having been relocated to London after living in Hong Kong for over two decades, Lara faced challenging life transitions familiar to many people who have to relocate.

Listen to Elise & Lara's podcast about the difficulties faced and how to cope with them.