Mental Health Musings, Workplace Wellbeing Le Trinh Ngoc Diep Mental Health Musings, Workplace Wellbeing Le Trinh Ngoc Diep

The downside of trying to over-optimise your life

Remember when you told yourself you'd just look for some inspiration before starting something... and ended up scrolling on social media for an hour?

Yep! That’s over-optimisation. It distracts us from main tasks, in search for a “perfect” outcome that doesn’t exist.

Learn here how you can save time, energy, and get things started for real.

Read More
Mohamed Ibrahim Shah Mohamed Ibrahim Shah

Notification Overload: How Instant Pings Hijack Your Focus & Mental Space

In our hyper-connected world, people of all ages find their focus constantly distracted by instant notifications. These pings aren’t just sounds - pulling us away from time, presence, and people in front of us. Why do these alerts take up so much space, sometimes more than real-life moments? What’s happening psychologically, how can we adapt without losing touch with ourselves?

Read More
Workplace Wellbeing Pavitra Sankaran Workplace Wellbeing Pavitra Sankaran

How hierarchical work culture affects psychological safety in Asian workplaces

In many Asian workplaces, the concept of "hierarchy" isn't just an organisational structure; it's a deeply ingrained cultural value. Respect for seniority, deference to authority, and a clear chain of command are often seen as essential for maintaining harmony and efficiency. However, this emphasis on hierarchy can inadvertently create a significant barrier to psychological safety at work.

Read More
Mandy Wang Mandy Wang

Signs introspection has turned into overthinking

Self-awareness helps us reflect on our inner self and past experiences. Done well, it can lead to insight and growth. But sometimes, we scrutinise ourselves more harshly than we would others. When this turns into repetitive, fear-driven thought loops, it becomes overthinking - a response to uncertainty that feeds anxiety and drains energy. So, how do we differentiate introspection vs. overthinking?

Read More

Browse by Category

  • Personal Journeys

    You are not alone: Read personal journeys and experiences by the Calm Collective community navigating their mental health issues.

  • Workplace Wellbeing

    Research has shown that productivity in the workplace is linked to mental wellness. Learn how to foster improved well-being and increased resilience as an individual and as a team player.

  • Tips and Resources

    Your mind is the window to your body and soul - be sure it receives proper nourishment! Discover top tips and resources to take care of your mental wellbeing.

  • ICYMI

    In case you missed it: Round-ups and recaps of past mental health conversations on our talks, podcasts and more!

  • Mental Health Musings

    Individuals express themselves in different ways — and we’re all for it! Read some artistic contributions by the Calm Collective community — through poetry, narratives, and more.