Carlia Barkhuizen Specialist Wellness.
Source: Psychologies Magazine 2023 Introduction Technology has been enriching our lives ever since the first television set came out and the first cellphone. One thing’s for sure, AI has made life much easier and more productive than ever. I still remember back in the early 2000s how tech slowly evolved in our childhood. It was […]
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Source: My own opinion and experiences Introduction Understanding that it’s both exciting and scary! Why is it important? The first thing I learned about turning twenty, is that you suddenly have to get your shit together. You’re no longer in high school or the main cookie in the jar. This means you have to start
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Source: Psychologies Magazine April 2024 Introduction Understanding the Changes Physical Changes – Menopause – Looking at it through a different lens When seeing the word menopause, most women might recoil in terror. Does this mean I’m no longer valid or worthy to call myself a woman? It makes sense to feel that way because when
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Source: Wild at Heart by John Eldredge Introduction Understanding the Traditional Notions of Masculinity From a young age, many boys are taught that being masculine is being tough, strong, unbreakable and superior. These traditional notions often promote qualities like dominance, aggression, and emotional suppression as ideals for men to embody. In the past men were
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Sources: Manage your money like a f*cking grownup by Sam Beckbessinger. Psychologies magazine January 2024 Introduction “Being in control of your money means being in control of your life.” Money is a topic that touches everyone’s lives, yet few truly understand the psychological underpinnings that influence our financial decisions. In this blog post, we will
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Source: Addiction as a Destroyer (2023) by Prof Wentzel Coetzer What is Addiction Really? Defining Addiction Cry for Help or Selfish Behaviour? Why don’t they just stop? Are they just being selfish? Signs of Addiction Possible clues to look out for Addressing the Stigma Challenging Misconceptions Support Systems Is there hope? Yes, there is Recovery
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Source: Stress and Burnout, unpublished manual, Potchefstroom, 2022 by Prof Wentzel Coetzer Introduction to Burnout Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. It can occur in various aspects of life, including work, relationships, and personal responsibilities. Recognizing the signs and symptoms of burnout is essential in
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