By Muthoni Njagi, Therapist & Mental Health Advocate May – Mental Health Awareness Month
Have you ever thought about going to therapy but never followed through? Maybe you even went for a session or two, then stopped. Life got busy. Or maybe—if you're honest—it felt too uncomfortable, unfamiliar, or even unnecessary.
Yet if your…
As we mark Mental Health Awareness Month, let’s talk about the mental health struggles faced by professionals in high-pressure careers like law and therapy. Behind the titles and responsibilities, they are human too.
Introduction
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to reflect on our emotional and psychological well-being—and to spark important conversations.…
Let me start by saying this: I’ve been team block and delete for the longest. Yes, the block game has been on fleek, and let’s be honest — sometimes, hitting that block button is self-care. There’s something oddly satisfying about protecting your peace with just a few taps.
But lately, I’ve been learning something deeper:…
There’s something no one tells you when you step into a high-pressure career: That sometimes, it’s not the deadlines or decisions that break you.
It’s the silence. It’s the expectations. It’s the loneliness behind the role.
I know this all too well because I’ve lived it.
I’ve worn the professional face while quietly drowning…
"Half of the troubles of this life can be traced to saying yes too quickly and not saying no soon enough." — Josh Billings
How many times have you said yes when you truly wanted to say no? How often have you overcommitted, stretched yourself too thin, or agreed to something just to avoid guilt…
Emotional maturity is the ability to manage emotions in a balanced, constructive way—responding rather than reacting, learning rather than blaming, and growing rather than staying stuck. It influences how we handle relationships, setbacks, and personal growth.
Psychologist Daniel Goleman, known for his work on emotional intelligence, emphasizes that emotional maturity is not about suppressing emotions…
In Arabic, the word Hakim means "wise one," a title that speaks of knowledge, discernment, and authority. But then there is Hakimu—a term that translates to "afflicted with justice." An oxymoron, perhaps? Or a deeper truth about the weight that justice places on those called to administer it?
I remember fondly my time as a…
Mental health awareness is at an all-time high, and as a mental health enthusiast, I couldn’t be happier. For years, I’ve been shouting about mental well-being from the rooftops, encouraging people to seek help and normalize mental health conversations.
But lately, I’ve noticed some concerning trends in how we talk about and engage with mental…
Introduction
Stress is an inevitable part of the professional world. Deadlines, demanding clients, high workloads, and workplace politics create an environment where emotions can run high. While some professionals handle stress with grace, others experience emotional outbursts, workplace conflicts, and burnout.
Have you ever found yourself snapping at a colleague over a minor mistake? Feeling…
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"If you keep carrying old bricks, you will build the same house."
Read that again.
How many times have you found yourself in the same unhealthy relationships, stuck in an unfulfilling job, or repeating self-sabotaging behaviors? It’s not because you want to—it’s because your…
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As we step into 2025, the field of psychology is poised for significant change, driven by technological advancements, evolving societal needs, and growing advocacy for mental health. From artificial intelligence to diversity, inclusion, and cross-border collaboration, the trends shaping the profession this year demand our attention and adaptation.…
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As the weekend begins, it’s the perfect time to pause, reset, and reflect on how we’re showing up for ourselves this year. 2025 is not just another chapter; it’s an opportunity to rewrite old patterns that no longer serve us.
Here’s what…
