Insightful Life

Tag: mental-health

  • In the Room – Why Face-to-Face Therapy Still Matters

    The text discusses the advantages of face-to-face therapy compared to virtual therapy. While online therapy offers convenience and flexibility, it lacks the nuances of in-person interactions, like body language and the connection fostered in a shared space. Face-to-face sessions provide a safe environment, free from distractions, that encourages deeper engagement and processing. Though not suitable…

  • Maternal Mental Health Week -Why We Need to Talk About Fathers Too

    Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week highlights the impact of pregnancy and parenting on mothers, but it often overlooks fathers, who also experience mental health challenges. One in ten fathers face postnatal depression, and six percent report PTSD symptoms after traumatic births. Cultural expectations pressure dads to remain strong, leaving them feeling unsupported and invisible. Recognizing…

  • Sometimes Feel Like You’re Not Fully ‘Here’? It Might be Dissociation…

    Dissociation is a common psychological experience where individuals feel detached from their lives, often triggered by trauma. It manifests on a spectrum, from mild instances like losing focus during a drive to severe feelings of unreality. Symptoms include zoning out, memory gaps, and feeling disconnected. While those affected may seem functioning outwardly, they often face…

  • How Bittersweet It Is To Be A Parent – Travelling the Path to Letting Go

    School holidays often reveal parenting nuances hidden in daily routines. A mother observes her teenage sons deep in conversation, realizing their world no longer centers around her. This realization evokes mixed feelings of pride and grief as she acknowledges the bittersweet nature of raising children. The struggle between joy and sorrow in parenting reflects the…

  • To Live Long and Prosper

    The author reflects on their lifelong enjoyment of Star Trek, particularly Voyager, highlighting its positive influence and strong female role models. They find comfort in the series during uncertain times and discuss its deeper themes applicable to real life, like the idea of “live long and prosper.” This phrase symbolizes holistic living, thriving, and personal…

  • Ever Heard of Matrescence? You Should Have

    The experience of motherhood, often termed “matrescence,” transforms a woman’s identity, leaving her needs overshadowed by those of her baby. Many mothers feel their rights and dignity become irrelevant, as social dynamics shift. Following traumatic childbirth experiences, they may find themselves receiving visits focused on the baby instead of their well-being. This profound transition involves…

  • My Car Broke Down and My Village Turned Up – Challenging Western Notions of Independence in the Modern World

    The author reflects on a car breakdown that highlighted the importance of community and reliance on others. Despite societal pressures to be self-sufficient, the experience reinforced the idea that humans are inherently social beings. They sought help from loved ones and professionals, realizing that vulnerability is part of life. Ultimately, the breakdown served as a…