Hmm…. This is a wellness wake up call. Please stay with me…. You flinch when your partner raises their voice, even a little. You keep score of every slight because “if I no protect myself, nobody go protect me.” You can’t say “I need you” out loud, so you say it through malice, or through…
I can’t believe I’m writing this, because, clearly, I’m not a man and may never fully comprehend what it truly means to be one. However, I do appreciate the nuances, pressures, strength, and silent battles that often come with being a man. To the beautiful ladies reading this, we’ll be taking a little break from…
Sit back, take a deep breath, and let your shoulders drop. If you are reading this, chances are you are the person everyone calls when things go wrong. You are the reliable one, the empathetic listener, the peacemaker who smooths over the rough edges of everyone else’s day. In the eyes of the world, you…
Over the last few years of sitting in the therapist’s chair, I’ve had the privilege of listening to hundreds of stories. Different faces, different backgrounds, different tax brackets—yet the underlying struggles are strikingly similar. In our Nigerian society, where we are practically raised on a diet of resilience and “e go better,” navigating mental health…
Our childhood experiences have a profound impact on shaping various aspects of our lives, including our capacity to form and sustain healthy adult relationships. Regrettably, unresolved childhood trauma can have a lingering effect on our emotional well-being, often presenting itself in challenging ways within our relationships. Unresolved childhood trauma encompasses various negative experiences, including neglect,…
Trauma profoundly affects mental and emotional well-being, leaving lasting imprints on the brain. Key brain regions impacted by trauma include: Amygdala: Hyperactivity in the amygdala leads to heightened emotional reactivity and difficulty regulating emotions effectively. Hippocampus: Trauma can reduce hippocampal volume, causing memory disruptions like fragmented memories and difficulty recalling details of traumatic events. Prefrontal…
“The impact of childhood #trauma manifested strongly in my life, particularly during my university years. I experienced an overwhelming sense of inadequacy and an incessant need for validation and approval. This desire for acceptance drove me to fulfil the expectations of others, often disregarding my own well-being in the process. Regrettably, I found myself occasionally associating with…
Break ups can be painful to deal with. It’s a time of grieving, confusion and heartache. But there are some strategies that can help make things a little bit easier and help you move on from the breakup: 1. Allow yourself to grieve: It’s important to acknowledge your feelings and allow yourself to feel sad,…
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