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We help you spot the red flags that could signal a possible mental health condition.

Mental health is linked to the idea of psychological wellbeing. This means that you have a sense of stable and positive emotions and good interactions with other people. When your mental health is in order, you are able to cope with different situations, including those that are stressful. You are also able to make calm and careful choices. However, there can be times that you experience mental health problems.

If you have experienced mental health problems that are very severe, you might need to take disability leave, or even have to leave your job completely.

Often when we look at Hollywood versions of holiday time, we see a picture of happiness, warmth, and lots of quality time with friend and family. However, for many this is not the reality. In fact, for many people the holiday time can be very lonely.

Your feelings are entirely normal for such an uncertain and unsettling situatio

We take some time to appreciate the vital part that care plays in our wellbeing. Caring for others, their care of us and especially care of ourselves is vital to recovery, resilience and resolute forward momentum.

Explore the consequences of toxic positivity and the importance of embracing a healthy emotional balance. Learn to recognize and address negative emotions while respecting others' experiences. Discover the true meaning of positivity and its impact on genuine connections. By embracing all emotions, we can achieve authentic well-being and strive for a balanced life.

It has been quite a year and there is a definite sense of anticipation as the holiday season approaches. But are you excited or relieved? Either way Mzansi, it will all be ok. We’re doing better than we think we are.

Throughout our lives, we get told that we must be productive members of society. We want the freedoms that come with the compensation that usually goes with being productive, so we strive to be better and achieve more and earn as much as we can. But is all this productivity just damage disguised as discipline?

Here are some signs to look out for to determine if you need help.

It is difficult, both for those who have to try and manage feelings of despair that may lead to suicidal thoughts, and for those who try to be there to listen but don’t necessarily understand.

Questions you could ask yourself to assess whether your stress or anxiety may require some professional help.

Losing a loved one marks one of life's most profound and challenging experiences. Amidst the whirlwind of emotions, practical matters such as funeral expenses can add an overwhelming burden.

It's a self-care kind of summer and as your companion, we're constantly looking for ways to add value to your life and be a companion to you and your family. This month we want to help you focus on health & wellness

Summer's healthy habits can be a struggle in the cold, but the extra effort is worth it. Here's a list of 5 key things to keep in mind this winter.

As we approach World Social Justice Day, it's crucial to shine a light on one of the most pressing issues facing South Africa: Gender-Based Violence (GBV).

In this article, we discuss what you can eat in order to gain mental clarity and have a better emotional outlook.

While the festive season often becomes the reason to party and have a drink or two, there is a darker side to indulging in alcohol and other dangerous substances. Brain damage, strokes, bleeding in the throat, a loss of breath, heart disease, liver failure, stomach and intestinal cancer and ulcers, impotence and infertility, osteoporosis…and death. These are some of the terrifying effects that alcohol and drugs can have on your body.