Author: Judith K. (Judith K.)

The intensity of the bond existing between an individual and their cause of grief will not always match societal standpoints; because something considered a ‘loss’ in the eyes of someone may be inconsequential to another. Society allows a bouquet of flowers, comforting comments, and an expression of sadness to the bereaved; while it is important to know that grieving doesn’t end there

The age of passive aggressive tech pulls modern employees into a loop where cross-checking previous conversations to understand the tone and structure of texts before sending a new message becomes necessary. If a conversation over text requires more than four exchanges, get on a quick phone call. Hearing the human voice provides the clarity no emoticon can give

Cycle breakers experience the mental load of having to unlearn certain behaviours, while teaching their young ones and others the positive alternatives simultaneously. It can be emotionally exhausting to be the ones that make the change and be the change themselves. But the results of such a burdening process can turn out to be exhilarating

It is a simple habit with complex consequences. The more news we come across, pertaining to world crises, economic deprivation, and global conflict, we keep the brain alert for more information regarding the same. Creating an environment with engaging tasks that require the brain to be actively involved off-screen would certainly reduce the chances of picking up a phone or a gadget to scroll time away

The Third Space, a term coined by sociologist Ray Oldenburg, expresses the physical places that people can go to after work to unwind and reset before returning home. Applying this concept in today’s scenario would mean that it doesn’t necessarily have to be a physical location, but a state of mind

Most people engaging in acts of self-harm go to great lengths to try to hide it from those around them. Wearing long sleeves in very hot weather, making excuses for visible marks, limiting social interactions, and even avoiding outdoor activities communicate that self-injury isn’t a public performance, but a private battle

Seniors who live independently tend to hesitate to ask for help or assistance regarding medication, safety, or even general support. Isolation makes them prone to chronic paranoia due to the medley of rumors and facts they are forced to listen to

One important factor that weighs on an NRI's mind is whether their experience of seeking psychological help would be ‘documented’