Tag: emotions
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The Importance of Play for Adults
When was the last time you played? Is your first thought to that question, “I’m an adult, I don’t play” or “I’m not a kid, why would you even ask me that”. Fair enough – play is usually thought about as something only kids can and should undertake. In other words, it’s not for adults.…
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How Art Heals
What constitutes someone’s inner world? It’s their own private world of feelings, worries, hopes, perceptions and inner voices. It’s also their biochemical state (the balancing of their autonomic nervous system, the impact of the food and drink they eat etc.). How we feel and imagine in our inner world impacts the way that we view…
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World Autism Awareness Day
What is World Autism Awareness Day? April 2nd….sounds just like any other day, but did you know that it is internationally recognised as World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD)? This special day is dedicated to spreading awareness about ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) and helping everyone to understand what ASD is to create an inclusive and understanding…
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International Day of Happiness
International Day of Happiness is dedicated to promoting happiness as a fundamental human right and goal for all, by emphasising the importance of cultivating joy and contentment in our lives, both personally and collectively. The United Nations (UN) established the International Day of Happiness in 2012, recognising the pursuit of happiness as a fundamental human…
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Chinese New Year: A Festival for Reunion or Disunion? Part 1: The Lunar Reds and Oranges
Chinese New Year (CNY), also known as the Lunar New Year or Spring Festival, is one of the most prominent events in Chinese culture, being celebrated widely across countries and ethnic groups. It signifies the beginning of a brand new year on the Chinese calendar, as well as the blooming of spring. Despite its marking…
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Self Care: What it is, what is isn’t, and why it’s important
“Self-care” is a bit of a buzzword that we often hear, but have you ever stopped to think about what it really is, what it isn’t, and why it’s important? It’s not uncommon to see a picture on social media of someone having a spa day or on a holiday with #selfcare in the caption.…
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Sneaky Things That Can Mess with Your Mood
By now it’s pretty well known that things like lack of sleep, elevated stress and lack of movement or exercise can mess with your mood. However, there are other, less obvious influences that may be silently wrecking their havoc as well — ones that may require just a bit more investigation. So why not start…