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“It is of great importance to recognize that my family and friends comprehend the challenges I face. Receiving assistance at an early stage is essential. It was my mother and father, through their patience, acceptance, and unwavering support, who facilitated access to the necessary help for me early on, thereby saving my life.”                                                   Paul, a 15-year-old. He is a teen battling an eating disorder As per the Wo

Every winter, Ram distributes blankets to homeless people shivering on the streets. Every Friday, George happily feeds 10 people in need, sharing kindness and support in a wonderful way. Henns happily compliments 1-2 classmates each day, spreading positivity and making everyone feel appreciated. Chris is always there for his friends when they need help with studying maths. While driving, Austin happily gives lifts to people heading to the office, making their commute a little

“I am 31 years old and have come to understand that life fundamentally reflects one's own choices. If your goal is to lose weight, pursue it. If you aim to improve your drawing skills, practice diligently. If you desire to acquire a new vehicle, save diligently. Life presents ease when circumstances permit and presents challenges when they do not. There is ample time, and every stride taken is distinct and beautiful. Learning a new skill is possible at any age, whether six or

Can you develop a sense of purpose, or are you born with one? Having a purposeful mindset isn't something you're born with; it's developed through the cultivation of skills, habits, and perspectives over time with mindful effort. Embracing this attitude means moving from simply reacting to life to taking a proactive stance, where your actions truly reflect your core values.  Developing a purposeful mindset is a journey, not a destination. Take Proactive Action (Create, Don't

“Rabia had spent years caring for and supporting her big family. Her three daughters went to college, and her husband retired. Rabia left her job as a university English professor and devoted herself to something she had always loved: writing stories for small children. She weaved stories around life skills for children. Each day, in her busy condominium, Rabia would write. She would publish one story every day on her own chosen online platform. Her favorite moment came each

“I was going through a tough time in my life, a divorce after 15 years of marriage. Every day seemed very tough to pass; a tumultuous time to manage the emotions of 2 children, my parents, job, etc.   Bleak days, except the days that I spent doing something purposeful. Focusing on the job felt tough; I was losing my sense of purpose in life. except during process-oriented, daily activities that bring joy and fulfillment. I built on them, and they helped me go through this tum

“Gratitude is an affirmation of the goodness in one’s life and the recognition that the sources of this goodness lie at least partially outside the self.” This definition, advocated by prominent gratitude researcher Dr. Robert Emmons, describes gratitude as a cognitive-emotional process that shifts a person's perspective on life Gratitude is the recognition that life owes me nothing and all the good I have is a gift. So it is foundationally and fundamentally a way of looking

The word 'gratitude' has Latin origins, deriving from Medieval Latin 'gratitudo' (thankfulness) and Latin 'gratus' (thankful, pleasing). It entered English in the mid-15th century, initially meaning "goodwill" before evolving to its current sense of thankfulness in the 1560s.  The idea of gratitude was integral to ancient civilizations. Religions such as Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, and Hinduism all emphasize developing gratitude as a key moral virtue. This feeling

The Universal Gratitude Symbol is a central spiral with three dots and a hook. It incorporates several elements:  A central spiral: This element, tied to ancient Celtic symbolism, represents rebirth, the circle of life, personal growth, and accepting life's constant changes. Three dots: Positioned at the lower exterior of the spiral, these symbolize the idea of "taking further thought or action" (like an ellipsis) and an "infinite list" of things to be grateful for. A hook (M

Good brain habits improve cognitive functions. Certain small habits can gradually enhance your organization and reduce chaos. On Monday, Paula wrote. “I believe it is my responsibility to assist others. I contribute to community initiatives. The small acts of kindness my father performed have fostered a similar enthusiasm within me. I am grateful to my father for demonstrating helpful behavior as a role model.” She folded the paper and put it in a jar, naming it a gratitude j

Definitions: Stress refers to any demand on your mind or body. Situations or events that cause frustration or nervousness can activate it. Anxiety is a sensation of fear, worry, or discomfort. It can arise in response to stress, but sometimes it occurs without any clear cause. Depression is a persistent low mood, impacting thoughts, feelings, and behavior, often arising from a combination of biological, psychological, and environmental influences. While stress is usually a sh

It is Friday evening, Saturday midday, or Sunday morning, and you started to feel: -       Sad, low mood -       Low self-esteem -       Emptiness -       Fatigue -       Changes in appetite or sleep -       Irritability, anger outbursts -       Difficulty making decisions, remembering things. You are not the only one to feel like this. These days, we hear more about people feeling sad and lonely on the weekends. Weekdays are spent in mode of doing, task to task, finishing ch

“I grew up seeing my father engaging wholeheartedly in small acts of kindness every day. He will keep a pot of water and glasses outside his home for passersby, will donate something to a street beggar before entering the restaurant, buy food for a needy passerby looking at us eating food, give away a few coins to street beggars, give extra coins to a balloon seller, sponsor a child at school, and much more. These acts of small donations and helping others seemed to help him.

The above ran as a headline in BBC News recently. “Small habits and small goals help keep us mindful. These small goals, such as knitting for an hour a day to make a scarf, painting for 30 minutes a day to create a piece, stitching to make a table mat, and running for 30 minutes to train for a marathon, are all achievable. These goals are low planning, no competition, and have a sense of achievement. They relieve stress and anxiety.”                                           

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition marked by varying difficulties in social interaction, communication, and the presence of restricted interests or repetitive behaviors. It may also include impairments in areas such as intelligence, language, and sensory processing. Overall, ASD encompasses a broad spectrum of symptoms and challenges that children and adults face in their daily lives.  The syndrome can significantly affect parent-child relationsh

Regardless of age, youngsters can begin working on developmental levels they have been unable to master, but only within the context of a close, personal relationship with a devoted adult.                                                               -Stanley Greenspan, M.D., The growth of the mind   13-year-old Avi is in Grade 6. He has irregular moods. He is angry one moment and happy another. When his parents ask him to listen, he covers both his ears with both

From early infancy, it appears that our ability to regulate emotional states depends upon the experience of feeling that a significant person in our life is simultaneously experiencing a similar state of mind.   - Daniel J. Siegel, MD Attunement starts from infancy, such as when a parent smiles back at a baby's smile or says “whoops” when a toddler drops someth

“I do not want to be late. However, it is only time that strikes, and I start to get ready to go. I am aware that I need to arrive at college for the 9:00 a.m. class. I started ordering my taxi 5 minutes before 9. When I could not find one, I began to curse. I run outside and struggle between hailing a taxi, cancelling the order, and sending an email to the professor explaining why I am late. I arrive 20 minutes late for class, hurriedly making apologies. My friends are smili

“My 16-year-old daughter has always been a picky eater, but recently, we've noticed a troubling change. She appears to be pushing herself to lose weight by exercising three to four times a day and watching videos and reels about weight loss. We suspect she might be forcing herself to vomit after meals. Additionally, she has become withdrawn, touchy, and moody, making it challenging to get her to talk about what she's going through. Sometimes, she even seems angry.”           

Many animals have memory, but how humans utilize memory, alongside other cognitive skills, distinguishes us in important ways. Human memory goes beyond a simple survival tool; it is closely linked to our capacity for abstract thinking, communication, and self-reflection, for making human life better. This advanced memory, the researchers believe, is one of the most incredible products of evolution. We may not give our memory much thought in day-to-day life; however, when comb