Refill Your Cup This International Self-Care Day
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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The Mid-Year Reset: How to Recalibrate Your Goals Without Burnout
We have officially reached the midpoint of the year. For many of us, June brings a familiar wave of panic.
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Everybody Knows Millennials and Gen Z, but Have You Heard About the 'Odyssey Years'? - Finding Your Way Through the Wandering
Lately, a concept has been resonating deeply with many young adults: the "Odyssey Years."
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Studying Abroad and Struggling? You're Not Failing - You're Carrying a Lot.
Moving to a new country to study takes real courage. But nobody tells you about the other side of it.
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How to train your mind like you train your body
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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Affirmations 101: The Science-Backed Mental Health Tool You're Not Using Correctly
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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Racism and Mental Health: How Online Therapy Can Help
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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Integrating Faith and Therapy: The Role of Spirituality in Mental Health
In recent years, there has been growing recognition of the importance of integrating spirituality and religion into therapy.
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“R U OK?” - When was the last time someone asked you this?
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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Say It With Us: “I Deserve Rest and Relaxation”
Let’s face it: the idea of "rest" isn't always simple.
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It’s Minority Mental Health Awareness month! Time to get the culturally competent care you deserve
Did you know it’s currently Minority Mental Health Awareness Month?
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Navigating Generational Trauma and the Healing Power of Forgiveness
One of the most difficult phrases to say is: I’m sorry.
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Honouring LGBTQIA Pride Month and the Need for Cultural Competency in Mental Health Care
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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Are you Afflicted with “Elder Daughter Syndrome”? We’ve got you!
When I first came across the phrase “Elder Daughter Syndrome”, I closed my eyes and let out a deep breath.
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Focusing on Mothers and Mother-Figures this Mental Health Awareness Month
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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The Power of Speaking Up
“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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How to Manage Stress this Stress Awareness Month
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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We’re Building a Community of Culturally Competent Therapists and Coaches
Did you know that 50% of people drop off from their therapist within the first three sessions?
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Dry January: A Fresh Start for Your Body and Mind
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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Getting Ahead in 2025 - The Power of Affirmations
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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Culturally Competent Tips for Setting Boundaries this Holiday Season with Dr. Norman Kim
“You must be happy because you’ve gained weight!”
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What are You Thankful for this Month?
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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Manifesting Soft Lives for Black Women this Month
I recently met with a male doctor to discuss a medical procedure.
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Honouring Black History Month: A Spotlight on Mental Health for Black Communities
This October, we’re celebrating Black History Month (BHM).
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Please Check on your “Strong” Friend this Month
Chances are you’ve also felt the shock of learning someone you considered “strong” and “unflappable” succumbed to suicide.
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What exactly does Culturally Competent Mental Health Care mean?
"It’s exhausting to have to educate your therapist."
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Mental Health Wellness Tips from the Tala Thrive Team
Culturally competent mental health care is our priority both internally within our team and externally for our various communities.
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Cultural Awareness in Therapy for BIPOC Mental Health Month
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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Have You Heard of Mrs Bibi Syndrome? No, it’s Not a Medical Condition
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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Let’s Talk about Men's Mental Health
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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How are You Taking Care of Yourself Mentally?
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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Reflecting on Earth Day and How We Care for Ourselves
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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Let's Talk about Resilience this Women's History Month
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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Welcome to Our Month of Love... Self-Love
I’d like to tell you a little story…
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How are You Mentally Easing into 2024?
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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Refill Your Cup This International Self-Care Day
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.
Read moreThe Mid-Year Reset: How to Recalibrate Your Goals Without Burnout
We have officially reached the midpoint of the year. For many of us, June brings a familiar wave of panic.
Read moreEverybody Knows Millennials and Gen Z, but Have You Heard About the 'Odyssey Years'? - Finding Your Way Through the Wandering
Lately, a concept has been resonating deeply with many young adults: the "Odyssey Years."
Read moreStudying Abroad and Struggling? You're Not Failing - You're Carrying a Lot.
Moving to a new country to study takes real courage. But nobody tells you about the other side of it.
Read moreHow to train your mind like you train your body
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.
Read moreAffirmations 101: The Science-Backed Mental Health Tool You're Not Using Correctly
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?
Read moreRacism and Mental Health: How Online Therapy Can Help
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.
Read moreIntegrating Faith and Therapy: The Role of Spirituality in Mental Health
In recent years, there has been growing recognition of the importance of integrating spirituality and religion into therapy.
Read more“R U OK?” - When was the last time someone asked you this?
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.
Read moreSay It With Us: “I Deserve Rest and Relaxation”
Let’s face it: the idea of "rest" isn't always simple.
Read moreIt’s Minority Mental Health Awareness month! Time to get the culturally competent care you deserve
Did you know it’s currently Minority Mental Health Awareness Month?
Read moreNavigating Generational Trauma and the Healing Power of Forgiveness
One of the most difficult phrases to say is: I’m sorry.
Read moreHonouring LGBTQIA Pride Month and the Need for Cultural Competency in Mental Health Care
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.
Read moreAre you Afflicted with “Elder Daughter Syndrome”? We’ve got you!
When I first came across the phrase “Elder Daughter Syndrome”, I closed my eyes and let out a deep breath.
Read moreFocusing on Mothers and Mother-Figures this Mental Health Awareness Month
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…
Read moreThe Power of Speaking Up
“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.”
Read moreHow to Manage Stress this Stress Awareness Month
Stress is a natural response to life's challenges, but when left unmanaged, it can affect our overall well-being in serious ways.
Read moreWe’re Building a Community of Culturally Competent Therapists and Coaches
Did you know that 50% of people drop off from their therapist within the first three sessions?
Read moreDry January: A Fresh Start for Your Body and Mind
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.
Read moreGetting Ahead in 2025 - The Power of Affirmations
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…
Read moreCulturally Competent Tips for Setting Boundaries this Holiday Season with Dr. Norman Kim
“You must be happy because you’ve gained weight!”
Read moreWhat are You Thankful for this Month?
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…
Read moreManifesting Soft Lives for Black Women this Month
I recently met with a male doctor to discuss a medical procedure.
Read moreHonouring Black History Month: A Spotlight on Mental Health for Black Communities
This October, we’re celebrating Black History Month (BHM).
Read morePlease Check on your “Strong” Friend this Month
Chances are you’ve also felt the shock of learning someone you considered “strong” and “unflappable” succumbed to suicide.
Read moreWhat exactly does Culturally Competent Mental Health Care mean?
"It’s exhausting to have to educate your therapist."
Read moreMental Health Wellness Tips from the Tala Thrive Team
Culturally competent mental health care is our priority both internally within our team and externally for our various communities.
Read moreCultural Awareness in Therapy for BIPOC Mental Health Month
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…
Read moreHave You Heard of Mrs Bibi Syndrome? No, it’s Not a Medical Condition
In the UK, there’s a particularly disturbing stereotype within the health system that specifically marginalises and, ultimately, harms South Asian women.
Read moreLet’s Talk about Men's Mental Health
June is Men’s Health Month and every year, it’s observed to encourage men and boys to proactively take care of their health.
Read moreHow are You Taking Care of Yourself Mentally?
This was a question I recently posed to a dear friend who has been dealing with a lot of her emotions publicly.
Read moreReflecting on Earth Day and How We Care for Ourselves
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…
Read moreLet's Talk about Resilience this Women's History Month
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…
Read moreWelcome to Our Month of Love... Self-Love
I’d like to tell you a little story…
Read moreHow are You Mentally Easing into 2024?
At the beginning of each year, we often create long lists of resolutions with good intentions, but they can actually cause undue mental stress.
Read more