At Mind Health Care, we believe that the most valuable psychological insights are those that are practical and can be applied in everyday life. These resources have been written by our psychologists and combine evidence-based psychological principles with the practical strategies we regularly use with clients in therapy.
Our goal is to make high-quality psychological knowledge clear, accessible and relevant. We hope these articles help you better understand yourself, develop useful skills and take positive steps towards improved wellbeing.
Why We Need Sleep – Christine Goh
Key Idea – Sleep is important to our well-being and mental health. There are plenty of things we can do to take care of our sleep that won’t break the bank.
The Stress Bucket: Understanding How Stress Builds – And How To Manage It – Brendan Meagher
Key Idea – Stress becomes manageable when you notice what is filling your bucket, protect your capacity, and regularly lower the level.
Circles of Control – Focusing Your Energy Where It Actually Matters – Brendan Meagher
Key Idea – Focusing on what you can control reduces unnecessary stress and helps you direct your energy where it matters most.
The Healthy Mind Platter – Christine Goh
Key Idea – The Healthy Mind Platter is a guide to general mental well-being, rather than an exact instruction. It is healthy to know what your individual needs are and to attend to them. Your needs will change over time and it is normal to review old habits and build new ones. Most importantly, have fun exploring different activities and learning about yourself.
Pain Management – Lizbeth Wilson
Key Idea – Chronic pain is best managed not by ignoring it, but by combining pacing, movement, relaxation, good sleep, and self-compassion to regain control and improve quality of life.
Understanding Anxiety: Body, Emotions and Thoughts – Sanden Breust
Key Idea – Anxiety becomes more manageable when you break it into body, emotions, and thoughts and respond to each part in a simple, targeted way.