Mindfulness for Depression: An ‘Affective’ Anchor
Mindfulness is the practice of intentionally focusing attention into the present moment, without judgment. It means noticing your thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and environment as they are, rather than trying to escape, fight, or fix them in the moment.
The Power of Box Breathing for Anxiety and Depression: A Mindfulness Practice You Can Do Anywhere
Box breathing is a simple yet powerful breathing exercise that involves four equal steps: inhaling, holding the breath, exhaling, and holding again. Each step typically lasts 4 seconds. This technique promotes a state of calm through the activation of the parasympathetic nervous system.
Unlocking Emotional Healing: A Beginner’s Guide to Schema Therapy
Schema Therapy is an evidence-based approach to psychotherapy that helps individuals break free from deep-seated emotional patterns and lead more fulfilling lives. Developed by Dr. Jeffrey Young, this therapy combines elements of cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), psychoanalysis, attachment theory, and gestalt therapy. It works on the present issues while allowing for understanding and overcoming of emotional patterns through schema therapy.
Depression: Minding the mind’s reminders for rest.
Depression is a complex mental health disorder that goes beyond fleeting sadness. It affects millions of people worldwide. Fast-paced modern society, while exciting, does not slow down for mental health and can contribute to the stressors that trigger depression. Understanding the symptoms of depression and seeking professional treatment is crucial for managing and overcoming this condition.