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How Financial Stress Affects Your Mental Well-being – And How to Take Back Control
Picture this: It’s late at night, and you’re lying in bed, staring at the ceiling. Your mind won’t switch off because you’re worrying...
Pamela Varas
Jun 283 min read


Navigating Grief: Finding Hope and Meaning After Loss
Have you ever found yourself staring at an empty chair, expecting to hear a laugh that no longer comes, or reaching for your phone before...
Pamela Varas
Jun 94 min read


Teenage Loneliness: Understanding, Overcoming, and Finding Connection
It’s a Saturday night, and your teenager sits alone in their room, scrolling endlessly through social media. They see posts of classmates...
Pamela Varas
May 183 min read


Nurturing Emotional Growth through Positive Parenting: A Guide to Raising Emotionally Resilient Children
Have you ever watched your child face a difficult situation and thought, “How can I help them handle this better?” As parents, we all...
Pamela Varas
May 73 min read


“I’m Not Good Enough”: Understanding and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Have you ever walked into a meeting, received praise, or achieved a goal, only to feel like you don't deserve the praise? Maybe you...
Pamela Varas
May 13 min read


Can You Cure a Phobia? Science-Backed Techniques That Work
Imagine standing at the edge of a diving board, your heart pounding, palms sweaty, and fear gripping you like a vice. You know the water...
Pamela Varas
Apr 93 min read


Coping with the Loss of a Pet: Navigating Grief and Finding Healing
Have you ever come home expecting the familiar sound of paws against the floor, only to be met with silence? The loss of a beloved pet...
Pamela Varas
Mar 314 min read


Understanding and Collaborating with Your Inner Critic: A Path to Self-Acceptance
We all have that voice in our heads — the one that whispers doubts, magnifies our mistakes, and tells us we’re not enough. This inner...
Pamela Varas
Mar 203 min read


Life Lessons from Fictional Heroines: Strength, Resilience & Self-Discovery
Have you ever watched a movie, read a book, or binged a TV show and felt an instant connection with a character? Maybe it was the way...
Pamela Varas
Mar 83 min read


How Cultural and Religious Beliefs Impact Queer Mental Health – and How to Reclaim Your Truth
Imagine this: you’ve always known deep inside that you are different, that your heart doesn’t quite align with society’s expectations....
Pamela Varas
Mar 14 min read


The Power of Self-Compassion: Why Being Kind to Yourself Matters
Have you ever found yourself being kinder to a friend than you are to yourself? Imagine your best friend going through a tough...
Pamela Varas
Feb 263 min read


Building Strong Relationships: The Power of Deep Connection
Have you ever been drawn to someone because of their charm, shared interests, or how they make you feel in the moment? Falling in love...
Pamela Varas
Feb 113 min read


The Mental Health Impact of Chronic Ghosting and Online Dating Burnout
Why Modern Dating Feels So Exhausting Picture this: You’ve been chatting with someone online for weeks, sharing stories, laughing over...
Pamela Varas
Feb 113 min read


The Science Behind Relaxation: How Music Therapy Helps You Find Balance
Imagine coming home after a long day, your mind racing with to-do lists and lingering worries. You press play on your favourite song, and...
Pamela Varas
Jan 303 min read


8 Powerful Ways to Use Gratitude in Mental Health Recovery
Mental health recovery is a deeply personal journey, often filled with highs and lows. But what if one of the most powerful tools to...
Pamela Varas
Jan 195 min read


Five Children's Stories with Important Messages for Young Minds
Have you ever noticed how children's stories can have a lasting impact, not just on kids but on adults too? Think back to a story you...
Pamela Varas
Dec 18, 20243 min read


10 Ways Unhealthy Eating Affects Mood
The phrase "you are what you eat" holds significant meaning regarding physical and mental health. Our dietary choices not only impact our...
Pamela Varas
Dec 4, 20244 min read


8 Powerful Counselling Strategies to Tame Negative Thoughts
We all have days where negative thoughts seem to hang around like uninvited guests, don’t we? From “I’ll never be good enough” to “What’s...
Pamela Varas
Nov 13, 20244 min read


8 Powerful Ways to Treat Depression: Insights from Depression and Trauma Counselling
Depression affects millions of people worldwide, and in Australia, it’s one of the most prevalent mental health concerns. According to...
Pamela Varas
Oct 30, 20243 min read


7 Ways to Cope with Stress: Simple Strategies to Help You Feel Calm and in Control
Ever find yourself feeling overwhelmed by stress, unsure of how to regain a sense of calm? You’re not alone. Whether it’s work deadlines,...
Pamela Varas
Oct 15, 20244 min read
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