by Melissa Yoong. If you find yourself struggling with the idea and practice of self-compassion, you are not alone. We often hear of the benefits of self-compassion, research has shown that engaging in it tends to lead to an overall improvement in mental well-being and resilience, improved relationships, physical health and therefore, a resultant improvement …
by Melissa Yoong. ‘Change is the only constant in life’. I believe all of us must have heard this sentence countless times in our lives thus far. However, even though change is constant, the form it takes, the resultant impact on us and how we emerge post-transitions and changes varies widely. There are so many …
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by Melissa Yoong. COVID has been lingering on our shores for more than 2 years now and when it finally caught up with me about a month ago, it hit me like a truck. My symptoms were anything but mild, and it took a physical toll on my body, my energy levels, long after I …
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by Melissa Yoong. Theodore Roosevelt once said ‘Comparison is the thief of joy’. As much as this statement holds some truth, I believe that comparison could also bring inspiration, rejuvenation, connection and excitement. I’m not here to tell you not to compare yourself with others, but rather share with you how to compare in order …
