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The transition from a young, carefree person to a responsible adult caring for ourselves and others can impact how we care for ourselves and feel about ourselves. We go through the life cycle daily, repeating the same pattern, feeling disconnected and deflated. This can sometimes lead to a negative self-image. We sometimes need more confidence in doing things that came quickly to us in the past. Simple things like socialising, playing a sport, or starting a new activity can s

In many BAME communities, showing emotional vulnerability is often seen as being ungrateful, weak, or lacking faith. You are expected to “just get on with it,” to smile through your struggles, and to be grateful even while you are silently running out of capacity to cope. But is anxiety a sign of ingratitude? What happens when we are not allowed to acknowledge or express our emotions? Let’s explore why this dynamic exists in minority communities. Many of these communities sha

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