learning to accept
There are many questions surrounding how the creative mind works, including how it impacts on our emotional life and whether or not all of us are capable of fostering it. MiNDFOOD’s resident psychologist unpacks the research behind creativity. Paul walked into my office, dressed casually in jeans and a T-shirt. In his 30s, articulate and…
Clean Break Breaking up is never easy and social media often makes the experience worse. MiNDFOOD’s resident psychologist gives advice on how to part ways in the digital age. It’s a Saturday night and you’re staying in, alone. You know the feeling. The dull ache in your heart, the longing for someone who understands you.…
“There’s something wrong with me,” Sally whispered staring at my office floor, having just told me she is depressed, “everyone else can do it so why do I find it so hard?” FINDING IT HARD While Sally is struggling with the question of work life balance, it doesn’t matter what “it” is. It might be…
Coping with the challenges of a relationship break-up can be made all the more difficult when co-parenting comes into play. We share advice on how to ease the way when it comes to bringing up your children harmoniously. In today’s world, relationships come and go. It might be argued that it’s also easier to…
In the effort to ‘have it all’, many of us are burning out trying to live up to our own and society’s expectations. But there are ways to take off that superhero cape and regain some balance, and it begins with saying no to perfection. I hate going to dinner at my friend Fiona’s place…
The pathway to a family can be an emotional roller coaster for those who experience difficulties becoming pregnant. But there are techniques to help you cope with this uncontrollable hurdle. “When are you going to have children?” It’s an innocuous question for some, but others may be surprised at the intensity of their emotional response…