by Naomi Rossthorn | Jun 2, 2023 | Anxiety
Research shows that nearly 11 per cent of the Australian population experiences SAD (Social Anxiety Disorder) during their lifetime [1]. This condition often begins in childhood and or adolescence. SAD is a marked and persistent fear of social situations in which the...
by Naomi Rossthorn | May 5, 2023 | Anxiety, Mental Health
Negative thinking is a common issue that many people struggle with. It can be frustrating, overwhelming, and may lead to feelings of anxiety or depression. Negative thoughts can make it challenging to focus on the positive aspects of life, and they may even lead to...
by Naomi Rossthorn | Feb 18, 2022 | Anxiety, Coping with COVID, Depression, Isolation, Mental Health, Mental Wellness, Socialising
What Just Happened? Coping with a ‘new normal’ during and following the COVID- 19 Pandemic…. Across the world the management of COVID-19 has changed lives, socially, emotionally, physically, and spiritually, due to restrictions, social distancing and...
by Naomi Rossthorn | Oct 15, 2021 | Anxiety, Mental Health, Mental Wellness
What is Pandemic Lux Syndrome? Amy Cuddy Ph.D coined the ‘Pandemic Lux Syndrome’ to synthesise a non-clinical term describing a mix of feelings associated with changes to life and lockdowns during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Pandemic Lux Syndrome is defined as ‘Blunted...
by Naomi Rossthorn | Sep 6, 2021 | Anxiety, Mental Health, Mental Wellness
Disenfranchised Grief and Fatigue Disclaimer: This is a blog written for information only. If you are not feeling like yourself or are struggling with various emotional highs and lows it is a good idea to check in with your GP or a mental health professional. Since...
by Naomi Rossthorn | Nov 18, 2019 | Anxiety, Mental Wellness
In your quiet moments alone, do you find that you have a small voice in the back of your mind? One that tells you that you’re not good enough or can’t achieve your goals. Your inner critic is key to limiting your potential, and your ability to move past this coping...