White Swan Foundation for Mental Health

Do we need an expensive holiday to build moments of good memories? Not always. Savoring those simple moments in our everyday life can significantly enhance our mental wellbeing. Learn how you would cultivate the practice of savoring moments. https://www.whiteswanfoundation.org/mental-health-matters/wellbeing/learn-to-savor-simple-moments

Mentoring and its impact on our emotional wellness is gaining interest in the field of positive psychology. Here are a few tips on maximizing the effectiveness of your mentoring practice. https://www.whiteswanfoundation.org/mental-health-matters/wellbeing/mentoring-and-the-positive-role-it-plays

Several studies point out that indulging in memories of our past - nostalgia - enhances our mental wellbeing. It makes us feel more connected with our family and friends, reducing loneliness and trigger happy memories.

Studies point out that curiosity prepared the brain for learning and fortified long-term memory. There are ways you could add curiosity, in good measure, to your life. For more information, visit https://www.whiteswanfoundation.org/mental-health-matters/wellbeing/curiosity-a-key-to-wellbeing

When someone we know talks about feeling suicidal, we may feel the need to change their mind or respond in a way that could make them feel ashamed or guilty. However, the best way to help someone is to be a good listener and pay attention. Ask them what kind of help they want from you rather than assuming they want you to solve their problem. Often there aren't any answers, and somebody's just looking at companionship through that difficult time..






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A person who is thinking about taking their own life may have difficulty in opening up to people about their thoughts and feelings. However, there are expressions and signs that friends, family and colleagues can identify and respond to in a gentle manner. Being sensitive and creating a safe space for them to express themselves can go a long way in ensuring mental wellbeing and preventing detrimental thoughts.
For more information and helplines, visit www.whiteswanfoundation.org - link in the bio.

Breaking a habit can often be challenging, because these habits are programmed to stick around due to the neural circuits in the brain. As soon as the brain is exposed to a situation, the mind reacts and you tend to repeat the behaviour. Here are a few practical tips to break habits that may be affecting your physical and mental wellbeing.

Body image issues and eating disorders are commonly associated with women. However, study suggests that while men do suffer from body image issues and eating disorders, they are not reported as frequently as they are among women and are, therefore, likely to remain undiagnosed. Just as more men are coming out and speaking about depression and anxiety, they also need to speak about these issues and seek help.

A common misconception is that eating orders are simply related to a negative body image. On the contrary, eating disorders are serious mental illnesses that are caused by psychological, behavioral and social factors. Negative body image is one of the contributing factors to the development of eating disorders. Professional treatment can be helpful in recovering and developing healthy coping mechanisms.

We often use words related to mental illnesses without really understanding their true meaning. Using these words as mere adjectives contributes to the stigma around mental health. Let us understand and be sensitive towards those with mental illnesses by using them in the right context.