Gratitude and Personality Benefits The practice of gratitude can enhance your personality. Gratitude can… 11. Make us more optimistic Showing our grat...

As we approach another Thanksgiving, let us take a moment to appreciate the importance and benefits of being thankful. Gratitude can be one of the mos...

It is suggested by lying expert Robert Feldman that “the average person lies about 11 times a day, and will slip in at least two dishonesties in a 10-...

We are usually encouraged to be ourselves; being yourself seems and sounds pretty simple and self-explanatory: we just wake up and do what you want to...

On October 10, we will again commemorate World Mental Health Day. It is prudent that we all take the time to reflect on our mental wellness. Mental He...

Psychological stress describes what people feel when they are under mental, physical, or emotional pressure. Although it is normal to experience some ...

Life can be difficult at times. It seems like each day we must constantly click the adjustment and readjustment buttons, as life continues to unfold i...

If you are at a point in your life where you feel, you must add meaning to your life, here are a few suggestions you can consider: 1. Live in the pres...

It is well established that a sense of purpose is necessary for psychological health, and in turn, for human adaptation and survival. Human evolution ...

It’s not what we do once in a while that shapes our lives. It’s what we do consistently. – Anthony Robbins It is often said that knowledge is power, b...

LAST WEEK I listed some qualities of a good father. In concluding, this week we’ll look at some of the benefits of fatherhood: Health Benefits of Fath...

WHEN YOU HEAR the word, “father,” what images come to mind? What about the word, “daddy?” Depending on what type of father you had growing up, these w...

We began this column last week by encouraging every reader to mentally affirm that ‘I am good enough’ ... and urged that you remember a list of pointe...

I would like to encourage everyone reading this article today, to mentally affirm, “I am good enough.” For a lot of us we spend our days either being ...

Annie Dillard famously said, “How we spend our days is, of course, how we spend our lives.” For many of us as adults, a large portion of our days is s...

Betrayal is one of the most painful human experiences. Discovering that someone we trusted has deeply hurt us pulls the reality rug from under us. Whe...

We have often heard the term self-actualization used by persons who are in pursuit of a purposeful life. One where they feel self-assured, self-valida...

In this issue we offer the final pointers to help you get back on track after hitting rock bottom. 5. Use the power of words for good Words can make p...

As a result of natural disaster you lose your home and earthly belongings. As a result of poor choices or just simple misfortune, you lose your job, a...

Crime affects us all. Any person can be affected by crime and violence either by experiencing it directly or indirectly, such as witnessing violence o...

This week we conclude our answers to the question : what are the possible benefits to power? They focus only on what really matters. Powerful people a...

When we think of power, we often think of the ability to influence the behaviour of others. Powerful people know or believe that they can create chang...

Continued from last week Ways to cope with narcissistic behaviours in your relationship. Understanding that narcissistic personality is a mental healt...

We are living in an increasingly narcissistic world. The obsession with the “look at me” mentality that is promoted by social media, has fuelled the t...

Just know this, in a world filled with so much judgment, hatred, and violence, it’s often difficult to look past that and view the world as a kind pla...

Wikipedia cited that a random act of kindness is: “...a selfless act performed by a person or persons wishing to either assist or cheer up an individu...

People come into our lives each day. If you are fortunate enough to live to your golden years, when you reflect on your life, you would realize that y...

As we approach the end of another year, I would like to take the time to remind us of the importance to finish strong. It has undeniably been a diffic...

As the end of another year draws near, many will be spending a substantial amount of time in reflection and introspection, looking at the successes or...

FOR MANY CANCER patients and their families the experience of cancer is an intensely stressful one. A diagnosis of cancer evokes a wide range of emoti...

Breast cancer is the most common malignant tumour in women, and amidst the great progress in its early detection and treatment, as well as improvement...

Consider the following questions: 1. Do they pressure you into spending too much of your time with them, or can you say “no” to their wishes and still...

It is fair to say that we all need people in our lives. Human life is always in connection with another being, otherwise, life becomes non-existent. I...

It is often hard to understand why bad things happen. What is even worse is trying to wrap our heads around the experience of a bad situation that may...

In the world today, those who are considered among the wise are usually the persons who take the time to invest in themselves. Those persons who see t...

What does it mean to make a difference? Have you ever thought about making a difference? Making a difference speaks to the ability to impact or have s...

Going back to school is stressful for kids of all ages; so it is important that much is done to alleviate this stress and make the return as smooth as...

Going back to school is stressful for kids of all ages; so it is important that much is done to alleviate this stress and make the return as smooth as...

Loyal A moral person would have the characteristic of loyalty. Loyalty is faithfulness or a devotion to an individual, country, group, or cause. Loyal...

Obeying laws is simply something we do. It is what allows our existence to be orderly and as avoidant of chaos as much as is humanly possible. These l...

We live in a world where we are constantly judged by others. We all are aware of many eyes on us all the time, assessing and scrutinizing us. This con...

Traits of Narcissists you should be aware of: Passive Self-Importance Where the more overt, extroverted narcissist will be obvious in their elevated s...

We have often heard the term Narcissist being purported to describe someone who seems excessively vain or full of themselves. But in psychological ter...

Each year there are numerous cases of childhood sexual abuse worldwide. Sad to say, it is not uncommon in St Vincent [and the Grenadines] as we have h...

IN ORDER to maintain and strengthen your mental and emotional health, it’s important to pay attention to your own needs and feelings. Don’t let stress...

Humans are social creatures. Throughout our entire lives, we depend on each other to survive. Being self-aware allows us to see this need, which drive...

The famous quote: “A mind is a terrible thing to waste,” was part of a campaign slogan used by the United Negro College Fund in 1972 to drive home the...

WHETHER YOU WANT to lose weight, stop smoking, or accomplish a major life goal, the main thing that must be addressed is your mindset. Your behaviour ...

Parenting extends way beyond the ability to conceive and give birth to a baby. It is the ultimate long-term emotional, financial, spiritual, and psych...

There is no doubt that we are now living in a fastpaced world. Things are moving swiftly around us, and the development process of children has also t...

DO YOU OFTEN feel overwhelmed with life? Overwhelm, meaning everything suddenly seems too much, and you don’t believe you can manage. When confronted ...

Healthy relationships can help you live longer, deal with stressful situations better and improve your overall quality of life, but maintaining strong...

All around the world, it appears that relationships and marriages are on the attack. Stories of persons separating and divorcing after pledging their ...

PERSONAL APPEARANCE is the way that you dress and take care of your general appearance. Much as we may hate the idea that appearances matter, this is ...

I have often heard persons say, “I don’t care what others think about me”; I don’t care if people like me or not.” These are the statements of many wh...

Different cultures have different beliefs about how important social connection and interdependence are to our lives.  In the West, we like to think o...

Although autism is hard to diagnose before 24 months, symptoms often surface between 12 and 18 months. If signs are detected by 18 months of age, inte...

Something seems wrong with my child. This is a statement often made by parents with sheer terror on their faces as they seek to get answers about what...

In our world today, it has become normative to mask our emotions. It is easier for most to say that they are okay to avoid the intense scrutiny about ...

There are several signs of emotional abuse that a person can and should look out for. Some signs of emotional abuse within a romantic or marital relat...

Daily, what is it that gets you going? What is it that keeps you going? Ever wonder why some people seem to be very successful, highly motivated indiv...

Our mental health is an encompassing dynamic state of internal equilibrium that enables us to interact with the world around us. Our mental health inc...

What does it mean to make a difference? Have you ever thought about making a difference? Making a difference speaks to the ability to impact or have s...

MOST TIMES WE speak about identifying purpose as a means of starting a new era or a new year; hardly ever would you speak of identifying your purpose ...

According to Wikipedia, “Inner peace (or peace of mind) refers to a deliberate state of psychological or spiritual calm despite the potential presence...

I have heard the statement, “Good things come to those who wait,” one too many times in my lifetime thus far. Perhaps I find the statement irritating ...

Respect the effect and influence of others Take into account how your decision will affect those around you, particularly family members or close frie...

IT IS A normal part of life to make decisions on a daily basis. These decisions can be life-altering such as deciding to have a surgery, or totally tr...

Who Is at Risk of Developing Adjustment Disorder? Anyone can develop an adjustment disorder. There isn’t any way to tell who out of a group of people ...

ADJUSTMENT DISORDER is a group of symptoms, such as stress, feeling sad or hopeless, and physical symptoms that can occur after you go through a stres...

I have often heard the question why do bad things happen to good people? As a matter of fact, I would have asked this question time and time again. Li...

I have often heard the question why do bad things happen to good people? As a matter of fact, I would have asked this question time and time again. Li...

MOST TIMES WHEN one thinks of vulnerability, it is common for the idea of being weak to come to mind. Most see being vulnerable as something to be tot...

I am so stressed out, I can’t sleep!!!! I can count the numerous occasions someone has said this to me in recent times. The reality is that we are liv...

I am so stressed out, I can’t sleep!!!! I can count the numerous occasions someone has said this to me in recent times. The reality is that we are liv...

IT WOULD BE an understatement to say that there is a lot going on in the world today. On a daily basis, one must make the extra effort to remain focus...

“Silence is a source of great strength.” – Lao Tzu Growing up, I remember the admonition to be slow to speak; highlighting the importance on self refl...

Important outcomes in our lives are often determined by the balance between functional and dysfunctional impulsivity. Take for instance, as a consumer...

ACCORDING TO Medical Author, Dr. Melissa Conrad Stöppler, “Impulsivity is the tendency to act on impulse -- that is, without forethought about the app...

Continued from our last on-line only edition MOST TIMESWHEN we hear conversations about Mental Health, it is usually in relation to the identification...

MOST TIMES WHEN we hear conversations about Mental Health, it is usually in relation to the identification of mental illness, prevention and treatment...

Open-mindedness is defined as the willingness to search actively for evidence against one’s favoured beliefs, plans, or goals, and to weigh such evide...

EMOTIONAL MANIPULATION occurs when a manipulative person seeks power over someone else and employs dishonest or exploitative strategies to gain it. Un...

THE MENTAL HEALTH of employees has been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic says clinical psychologist Dr. Jozelle Miller. Miller, the Chief ...