Self-care isn't just a trendy word, it's an important habit that makes a big difference in our mental, social, and physical health.

What defines our sense of self? Have you ever thought about the aspects of yourself that truly make you who you are? We often associate our identity to the things we can observe on the surface; our appearance, our name, our age, sex and culture.

Let's talk about self-esteem. It's more than just a general sense of well-being; it's about recognizing your inherent worth and knowing you have the potential to embody the person you aspire to be. It can be difficult to find contentment within yourself, and to recognize your own worthiness.

Every self-care plan is unique to the person due to several factors that contribute to individuality and personal well-being.

In a world that glorifies the pursuit of self-esteem, the concept of self-compassion has more recently emerged as a gentle yet powerful alternative.

Have you ever caught yourself admiring all those flawlessly chiselled bodies, practicing gravity-defying yoga positions or setting personal records in the gym while scrolling through TikTok or Instagram?

We often discuss the mental changes that we will experience mentally when entering motherhood. What about the physical changes? Everyone experiences changes differently when it comes to entering this new journey.

“Through self-compassion, we become an inner ally instead of an inner enemy.” (Neff & Germer, 2017)

In recent years, perfectionism has been on the rise, driven by societal pressures. It also seems that perfectionism is seen as a strong and attractive attribute to have.

To determine the right fit for you, you must feel comfortable with the therapist to unpack your feelings, emotions, thoughts, and behaviours surrounding BDD. There are certain therapeutic approaches that have been shown to have success through trials involving similar clients

Learning to love your body, embrace your body, and accept your body can be very challenging. Today’s society has recently switched to supporting more body positive and body acceptance movements however, what do these really mean?

Body acceptance is the practice of embracing and loving one's body for what it is, regardless of its shape, size, or perceived flaws.

A negative body image can lead to Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) or a body dysmorphia. BDD is a mental health condition where a person spends a lot of time worrying about flaws in their appearance which are often unnoticeable to others.

As a student therapist working with a diverse group of individuals, I've come to realize that at the core of many of our struggles lies the concept of self-esteem.

Does culture affect the beauty standards and the perception of one’s body? The answer is a bit complex as it definitely influences the perception of self or others towards one’s body image.

There is no denying the fact that everyone loves to watch themselves in the mirror and the reflection of self, resides in the image that is seen in the mirror. So, what is body image?

Confidence is trusting yourself and your abilities. A way to look at confidence is that it is a skill that can be developed and mastered over time.