In pursuit of balance
I never bought much attention into the ’mind influencing the body’ concept. To me, it was a bit like magic or something exotic. However, everything changed after I went through an ovarian tumor laparoscopy. My abdomen was filled with so much carbon dioxide that I got heavy chest pain, making it hard to move without a struggle. This ordeal stressed my body, paving the way…
In our constant effort to handle life’s challenges, we’re always in fight-or-flight mode. It’s like our bodies haven’t caught up with the fact that we’re not dodging saber-toothed tigers anymore but are instead drowning in a sea of emails, notifications, and endless to-dos. This survival instinct, once a lifesaver, now has kept us on constant alert mode. It is almost like a curse. Just like…
My personal encounters with episodes of depression have deeply ingrained the importance of mental health in me. As I look around, I’m encouraged to see more people openly discussing their mental struggles. This shift towards openness is very positive, as it broadens access to information and support. However, there’s still a significant misunderstanding surrounding mental health, even among those who experience it. A troubling perspective…
