Reflections, research, and real talk on culturally aware mental health, from our team and community.

International Self-Care Day falls on 24 July, and the date carries a quiet message. It stands for looking after yourself 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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We have officially reached the midpoint of the year. For many of us, June brings a familiar wave of panic.
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Lately, a concept has been resonating deeply with many young adults: the "Odyssey Years."
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Moving to a new country to study takes real courage. But nobody tells you about the other side of it.
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As much as we would love to wave a magic wand to automatically become fit, our bodies don’t get strong because we simply wish for it.
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You've seen affirmations everywhere - on Instagram, in journals, on cards. But here's the question nobody answers honestly: Do they actually work, or are they just pretty words?
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October is Mental Health Month in Australia, and the intersection between racism and mental health is something many of us feel deeply, yet often struggle to put into words.
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In recent years, there has been growing recognition of the importance of integrating spirituality and religion into therapy.
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Then the conversation switches to something mundane like the weather. Most of us have had similar moments, where we truly wished they had lingered on that question.
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Let’s face it: the idea of "rest" isn't always simple.
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Did you know it’s currently Minority Mental Health Awareness Month?
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One of the most difficult phrases to say is: I’m sorry.
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June marks LGBTQIA Pride Month worldwide. A time to honour the resilience, visibility, and rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, non-binary, and queer individuals.
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When I first came across the phrase “Elder Daughter Syndrome”, I closed my eyes and let out a deep breath.
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May is a powerful month of reflection and action—it’s Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to breaking the stigma around mental health and ensuring that everyone, everywhere, has access to…
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“You can only hold your breath under water for so long,” a close friend once told me. “If you don’t surface for air, you will drown.”
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Stress is a natural response to life's challenges, but when left unmanaged, it can affect our overall well-being in serious ways.
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Did you know that 50% of people drop off from their therapist within the first three sessions?
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Every year, as New Year’s celebrations fade and champagne flutes are washed and stored, millions of people around the globe take on a challenge: Dry January.
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In a world that moves faster than ever, where digital distractions abound and challenges to our mental health and well-being are on the rise, the simple practice of daily affirmations can be a…
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“You must be happy because you’ve gained weight!”
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A healthy practice we often advocate at Tala Thrive is a regular practice of gratitude - whether it’s keeping a daily journal, writing things you’re grateful for, or taking quality time off for…
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I recently met with a male doctor to discuss a medical procedure.
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This October, we’re celebrating Black History Month (BHM).
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Chances are you’ve also felt the shock of learning someone you considered “strong” and “unflappable” succumbed to suicide.
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"It’s exhausting to have to educate your therapist."
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Culturally competent mental health care is our priority both internally within our team and externally for our various communities.
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Let’s face it. No matter how much you try to walk in other people's shoes in a show of solidarity, their experiences are so unique that all you can really do is listen to their stories and offer your…
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In the UK, there’s a particularly disturbing stereotype within the health system that specifically marginalises and, ultimately, harms South Asian women.
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June is Men’s Health Month and every year, it’s observed to encourage men and boys to proactively take care of their health.
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This was a question I recently posed to a dear friend who has been dealing with a lot of her emotions publicly.
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You’ve probably seen posts popping up all around social media celebrating “Earth Month” and urging us to celebrate our planet, reevaluate our relationship with it, and take sustainable actions…
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As we celebrate the incredible achievements, historical importance, and modern tenacity of what it means to be a woman navigating this world, I want to take a moment to reflect on the word…
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I’d like to tell you a little story…
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At the beginning of each year, we often create long lists of resolutions with good intentions, but they can actually cause undue mental stress.
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