Excel Psychology Articles

Social media has become such a prevalent part of modern day life which allows us to connect with others like never before. In many ways this has been a hugely beneficial platform, from instant updates from family and friends around the world to incredibly important videos of cute dogs, how-did-I-not-know-that life hacks, and even official government communication during a pandemic. There’s no denying that social media can bring joy, entertainment and meaningful connection. So what’s the catch?

If you are considering having your first therapy session, you may be feeling nervous or frightened about the idea of starting. Many people do not know what to expect from therapy and can feel apprehension about what to do or say. It can be incredibly daunting talking about your thoughts and feelings to someone you do not know. Beginning anything new can be a nerve-wracking experience and it is a very normal feeling to have. Below are some discussions of possible anxious thoughts one may have before starting therapy which hopefully eases these feelings and helps you become more comfortable starting your psychological journey.

A lot has been written about the impact of Covid-19 on our lives, with health mandates, changes to where and how we can get together and vaccines. Covid has also had an impact on our mental health. At this point, it’s hard to remember what life was like before covid, but we used to have a sense of wellbeing, that the world was a safe place in general. We knew we could make plans for the future with some certainty.

It’s likely that every day you hear someone else calling themselves “stupid” or “idiot” when they make a small mistake. Conversely, if they did something well, they might use self-deprecating humour to deny themselves credit or praise. Self criticism to varying degrees has become commonplace in our society and it exists on a spectrum. Typically the content of our own self critical thoughts is cruel and the tone very cold, harsh and attacking.