Dr John Gottman has done extensive research for over four decades on divorce prediction and marital stability. He identifies four specific ways of interactions between couples, basically unhealthy communication styles, unless checked, can directly influence the level of marital discord, …
In the Hustle and bustle of life, now even more complicated by the constraints, changes and challenges with respect to the covid-19 pandemic going on, we need to acknowledge that we all are under significant stress and strain. The world …
The recent incident of Suicide of Sushant Singh Rajput, and the associated complexities of the case, have been extensively covered in the media. It is important for the media to provide an objective and unbiased view on what is happening …
Children are the most vulnerable of the society, that too especially during significant shifts, changes and transitions. The prolonging COVID situation has significantly altered our way of life. Though now we are calling it the new normal, it has turned …
Counselling Support for Children in COVID times and challenges Read more »
Earlier this August month we celebrated Friendship Day. It is a good time to consider what friends do we choose in our lives and which relationships we choose to nurture and nourish. What kind of people are around you determines …
Do you know who your friends are? 7 characteristics of a good friend Read more »
Though the COVID pandemic has affected significant portions of the population, a greater silent pandemic is gripping the world today – loneliness. Even people who are not susceptible to COVID virus have been affected by loneliness and the reduced social …
Lonely in a relationship. What can you do to make it better? Read more »
Relationship, romance, commitment, family that is the way that most of us want to go about in our life. We yearn to have a bonding, to share our life with our significant other. In the pursuit of that, despite our …
Defusing repetitive escalating conflicts in couples Read more »
Why do we believe in stereotypes, hold prejudiced views and engage in discrimination? Do I hear an indignant “of course I don’t”. Sorry to burst your bubble – It is a reality that every single one of us, irrespective of …
Discrimination, prejudice, stereotypes – can we do something about it? Read more »
The news of suicide of actor Sushant Singh Rajput in June 2020 has been a shocking one. Its not just the celebrities, but suicide statistics worldwide is going only in an upward trend. The current situation, with the fears and …
How to help a friend at risk of Self harm or Suicide Read more »
Currently, in the COVD-19 related quarantine times we are talking about a new normal, which per-se is stressful for everybody. Everyone is attempting to cope with the new modified situations and challenges that come along with it. Given that change …