“Slavery is not an issue of the past. It’s an issue of today.” – Kailash Satyarthi January marks International Human Trafficking Month, and 30 July is World Day Against Trafficking in Humans – a time to shine a light on one of the darkest corners of our global society. Human trafficking, often referred to as […]
October marks Eye Care Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the importance of vision, raise awareness of eye health and address the challenges individuals face when losing their eyesight. As a resilience practitioner and post-traumatic growth specialist, I’ve had the privilege of guiding individuals through some of life’s most difficult transitions. One of these
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The True Essence of Friendship Let’s delve into the beautiful world of friendship and explore its true meaning and the vital qualities that make it a cherished and enduring connection. Friendship, like a delicate flower, blooms with time and care. It is a profound connection that goes beyond casual acquaintanceship. True friends become an indispensable
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Drowning incidents can have devastating consequences, not only physically but also mentally. When safety measures and precautions are not adhered to, individuals and families may be confronted with the harrowing aftermath of traumatic experiences. Let’s explore five real-life examples of drowning incidents and the profound impact they had on both the victims and their immediate
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Divorce is a significant traumatic event that brings so many changes to your family’s life that they are often overwhelming and seem impossible to cope with. It helps to take a step back and see the big picture so that you can be better prepared. Here are some of the most common changes that can
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The Family Contribution Calculator provides an accurate measurement of the daily contributions of each parent (partner) to their own well-being and that of their children – in other words, how they both meet the needs of every family member and contribute to a healthy, happy family. This is a valuable tool to cultivate resilience in your family.
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Sometimes, emotional abuse can be so subtle that we don’t even realise we’re being emotionally and mentally abused by someone’s words or actions. Even though there are no visible bruises, the damage should never be underestimated. How can it be abuse if it is so subtle? This kind of conduct systematically undermines your dignity and
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Silent Treatment is emotional abuse and stonewalling is passive-aggressive. Period. There are times when we go silent for valid reasons, like when we want to avoid saying something that we might regret afterward or when we need time to think about the situation, gain some perspective and formulate a good response. Other times we might
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