(Bookmark Path Notes for easy convenience — top right of this article) Path Note — Learned Hopefulness Psychologist Dan Tomasulo, author of Learned Hopefulness: The Power of Positivity to Overcome Depression, shows that hope isn’t just optimism — it’s a … Read More

(Bookmark Path Notes for easy convenience — top right of this article) Path Note — Self-Esteem When self-esteem feels shaky, we often default to criticism instead of compassion. Existential Analysis reminds us that our worth is not just about achievement … Read More

The Values Lantern Exercise is a self-discovery tool designed to help individuals identify and align with their core values, fostering greater clarity and purpose in life. It uses the metaphor of a lantern, with values serving as the light that … Read More

(Bookmark Path Notes for easy convenience — top right of this article) Path Note — Grounding Exercise (5-4-3-2-1 Mindfulness) When anxiety or overwhelm takes over, your mind can feel scattered and unsafe. The 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique helps you return to … Read More

Exercise: The Stop, Breathe, Reflect, Act (SBRA) Technique This technique helps you pause, process your anger, and respond constructively rather than react impulsively.  Steps to Practice: 1. STOP    – Pause immediately when you feel anger rising.    – Avoid reacting in … Read More

The concept of an effective apology can be summarized by the acronym ARC, which stands for Acknowledge, Responsibility, and Can I do something about it. To deliver a sincere apology, it’s essential to pause, reflect, and incorporate these three elements … Read More

Research and pioneering work of Barbara Fredrickson. Emotions are fleeting, lasting only for brief moments, often when we share a genuine, positive connection with others. Whether it’s laughing with a friend, hugging a neighbor, or smiling at a baby, these … Read More

Active Constructive Responding: Think back to when someone shared their good news with you. Disconnect: Passive Constructive – ‘Well done you! I also have some good news to share…’ Here you are not savoring their good news and you are … Read More

Bookmark Path Notes for easy convenience — top right of this article) Path Note — Handling Conflict Conflict can feel intense, but between stimulus and response there is space (Viktor Frankl). In that space, you can choose how to act … Read More

Path Note — I Feel Mistreated Feeling mistreated can shake your confidence and safety, but you can protect your boundaries and respond from strength. ➟ Practice rational detachment. Remind yourself: their behaviour reflects them, not me.➟ Stay in your Best … Read More