by Laila Narsi | Nov 13, 2023 | Mental Health, Psychology, Stress, Trauma
More than one billion children worldwide live in places torn apart by war, forced migration, or terrorism. Children are especially vulnerable to the psychological effects of war, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), panic, anxiety, and depression. War robs...
by Sofia Aziz | Sep 17, 2023 | Boundaries, Mental Health, Psychology, Resilience, Stress
Because we live in a world that is so incredibly busy and stressful, it can be easy to forget or simply not have time to take care of ourselves. In our attempt to stay on top of work and other responsibilities, we let our own happiness and well-being slide. When this...
by Laila Narsi | Aug 15, 2023 | Mental Health, Mindfulness, Resilience, Self-Compassion, Stress
In a fast-paced world with many moving pieces, we may struggle to find peace and balance. This is especially true when we care deeply about and are strongly impacted by the people and events in our lives. How can we prevent burnout and hold healthy boundaries without...
by Laila Narsi | Feb 12, 2023 | Mental Health, Mindfulness, Self-Compassion, Stress
Living with intention allows us to experience more joy, purpose, and meaning in our lives. To live with intention is to align our behaviors with our values. When our actions and values are not in alignment, we may experience dissatisfaction, discomfort, and unease. A...
by Laila Narsi | Apr 5, 2022 | Resilience, Stress, Trauma
On March 26, 2022, I had the great fortune to virtually sit and chat with Ukraine-born Psychotherapist, author, TEDx speaker, and self-proclaimed geek, Dr. Janina Scarlet. Janina is a refugee who survived Chernobyl radiation and persecution before immigrating to the...
by Laila Narsi | Jan 22, 2022 | Adventure, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Psychology, Self-Compassion, Stress
With aching feet, I continued my steep climb up one of Guilin’s many peaks along the Li River. I didn’t set out that morning from my dorm to climb a mountain, but I suppose the mountain decided that today was the day we would meet. The year was 1994 and I was on...
