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From Hurtful Words to Harmful Patterns: Understanding Bullying

Have you ever wondered whether someone’s behaviour towards you is bullying or just unkindness? Understanding the difference is crucial—bullying is intentional, repeated, and involves a power imbalance, while unkind actions, though hurtful, may not always be bullying—read on to learn how to recognise the signs and take action.

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The Unattainable “Normal”

In a world of over eight billion people, there’s no standard definition of normal. Our wellbeing is enhanced when we focus on self-acceptance and celebrate the diversity of experiences that make up our unique version of normal. Embracing our uniqueness not only empowers us to live authentically but also encourages others to do the same.

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The Mosaic of Mental Health

The biopsychosocial-spiritual model recognises the interconnectedness of biological, psychological, social, and spiritual factors in influencing a person's mental health and acknowledges that factors other than biology or brain chemistry have an impact on mental health.

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Symbols of Growth

Growth symbols have a calming and soothing influence on our mental health because they serve as gentle reminders that development is a natural and ongoing process and that we, too, can grow and adapt.

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