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How to set boundaries with friends
Just like with any relationship, boundaries in friendships help all parties keep the relationship healthy and intact. Once it feels off-balance to any person, it may unravel. In this article, Rebecca shares tips on setting boundaries with friends.
How childhood trauma manifests in our adult lives
Trigger Warning: Self-harm and domestic violence
There is so much strength in vulnerability because sharing our suffering gives a voice to those struggling in silence and makes others feel less alone. With that, one of our volunteer writers shares their story of how their childhood wounds manifested in their adult lives.
How has Calm Circles helped me in my mental health journey?
As a Calm Circles facilitator, Benny has provided a safe and non-judgmental space for many of our participants to share their thoughts and feelings while supporting their mental well-being. In this article, he shares how his experience with Calm Circles has helped him in his mental health journey.
It’s time we normalize conversations about suicide
Trigger warning: this article talks about suicidal thoughts and ideation
September is Suicide Prevention Month. In this article, Nikki addresses what suicidal thoughts / suicidal ideations are, how you should support a loved one who has confided in you that they are suicidal, what a safety plan is, and why we need to talk about this more.
Unpacking 'The Overachieving Asian'
Asians are historically known for their great work ethic and commitment to results - but it has come at a cost: Asians across the world have reported higher levels of stress and burnout, with these numbers increasing rapidly during the pandemic. To the average Asian executive, ‘slowing down’ often seems like an esoteric luxury that they can’t afford - a narrative that needs to change. Here’s a roundup of the lessons we’ve learnt from our discussion.
How I coped with grief
Having lost her my mother and grandmother three weeks apart, Maryam’s past year became transformative for her. Navigating the world with grief changed the way she saw the world, which in turn changed her forever. In this article, she shares her experience coping with the loss of her loved ones.
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