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May is Mental Health Awareness Month: Prioritizing the Mental Health of High-Pressure Professionals

Blog, Mental Health, TherapyMay 2, 2025190Views 0Likes 0Comments

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.…

🌿From Red Flags to Green Flags: Healing, Awareness & Building Better Relationships

Blog, Mental HealthApril 29, 2025571Views 0Likes 0Comments

“My therapist heart gets so happy…” I often say this because it’s true. Watching people become more emotionally aware, learning to recognize red flags, and setting healthier boundaries is beautiful progress. For many—especially those healing from trauma, heartbreak, or toxic relationships—recognizing red flags becomes a necessary survival skill. But here’s the caveat: “Hypervigilance is not…

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Who Shaped Your Concept of Femininity? A Psychologist’s Take on Womanhood, Work, and Healing

Blog, Mental HealthApril 24, 2025203Views 0Likes 0Comments

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Accepting People for Who They Are: Why I No Longer Cancel Everyone Who Disappoints Me

Blog, Mental HealthApril 22, 2025257Views 1Like 1Comment

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:…

Why I’m Passionate About Normalizing Mental Health Support in High-Pressure Careers

Blog, Mental HealthApril 16, 2025224Views 0Likes 0Comments

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…

“Ruth Kamande Decision: When Battered Woman Syndrome Doesn’t Apply”

Blog, Mental HealthApril 14, 2025235Views 0Likes 0Comments

Brown wooden gavel on brown wooden tableIntroduction After a brief hiatus due to life's demands, I'm returning to share insights on a significant legal development in Kenya. The Supreme Court recently dismissed an appeal by Ruth Kamande, affirming her life sentence for the 2015 murder of her boyfriend, Farid Mohammed Halim. Kamande sought to introduce…

People You Need to Let Go of in 2025 for Your Peace and Growth

Blog, Mental HealthMarch 25, 2025251Views 0Likes 0Comments

As we step into a new year, it's time to take stock of the relationships we keep. Some people drain your energy, shake your confidence, and keep you stuck—without you even realizing it. Inspired by a post from Molly Burford, let’s talk about the types of people you need to let go of in 2025…

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How Do You Know If Someone Values You? A Psychological Perspective

Blog, Mental Health, TherapyMarch 6, 2025307Views 0Likes 0Comments

A question I see a lot in these social media streets: "How do you know if a person values you?" My response? You wouldn’t even be questioning it. When someone truly values you, their actions, words, and consistency make it evident. But here’s the tricky part—value can be warped depending on personal experiences, upbringing, and…

Emotional Maturity: What It Is & How to Cultivate It in Yourself and Others

Blog, Mental Health, TherapyMarch 5, 2025508Views 0Likes 0Comments

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…

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The Dark Side of Mental Health Awareness: 5 Toxic Trends We Need to Talk About

Blog, Mental HealthFebruary 24, 2025290Views 0Likes 0Comments

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…

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Stress & Emotional Outbursts at Work: Are You Managing or Just Coping?

Blog, Mental HealthFebruary 17, 2025239Views 0Likes 0Comments

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…

Bare Minimum Standards: Setting the Foundation for Self-Worth and Growth

BlogFebruary 13, 2025227Views 0Likes 0Comments

three gold bars against dark backgroundIntroduction Before expecting effort, respect, or reciprocity from others, it’s crucial to ask yourself: Are you meeting your own standards first? The expectations we set for ourselves shape our self-worth, relationships, and overall success. In psychology, this concept ties to self-concept theory, which suggests that how we perceive ourselves determines…

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