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The mind at work; explore the ins and outs of mental health in the workplace and how to optimize employee psyche and, by extension, your organization's bottom line.
The Loneliness of Always Being Online
The Loneliness of Always Being Online There’s a moment—quiet, imperceptible—when the blue light of your screen becomes the only light in the room. It could be 2:00 AM, or 4:00 in the afternoon; the clock loses meaning when you're always connected. The feed scrolls endlessly, a stream of opinions, selfies, celebrations, rage, and humor. You like, you comment, you share, but your fingers feel cold, and your chest feels a little hollow. You are surrounded by people, yet deeply, stubbornly alone.
By Huzaifa Dzine8 months ago in Psyche
What If We're All Just Characters in Someone's Draft Folder?
What If We're All Just Characters in Someone's Draft Folder? Somewhere, beyond the veil of our observable reality, maybe beyond space and time as we understand them, imagine this: a cluttered desktop screen, a blinking cursor, a folder titled "Drafts". In it, thousands—maybe millions—of half-written stories, fragmented characters, speculative worlds. And what if we—you, me, your dog, the man who delivers your mail, the quiet girl who always sits in the corner at lunch—are all part of one of these drafts? Not final products. Not finished novels. Just characters in someone’s work-in-progress. A cosmic draft.
By Huzaifa Dzine8 months ago in Psyche
Remote Work with Depression and Anxiety: Help or Hindrance?
Remote work has become more than a trend, it's a cultural shift. For many, it offers the flexibility they’ve always craved. For others, it introduces new challenges that are difficult to articulate, especially for those navigating depression and anxiety.
By Richard Bailey8 months ago in Psyche
The Silent Struggle: Recognizing High-Functioning Anxiety and Depression at Work
In a world obsessed with performance, productivity, and professionalism, some struggles go unseen. They slip quietly beneath the surface, masked by punctuality, perfectionism, and polite smiles.
By Richard Bailey8 months ago in Psyche
Please, Don’t Blame the Pilots
A month back, I had written about the fatal Air India crash, that shocked the world. If you don't know, on June 12th, an Air India flight Boeing 787 Dreamliner, headed to London, crashed barely 30 seconds into the take off, and everybody perished, except one survivor. The death toll was close to 270.
By Seema Patel8 months ago in Psyche
Talking to Your Boss About Your Mental Health Without Regret
The Weight of Silence Mental health challenges don’t take a break just because you’re at work. Whether it’s depression, anxiety, burnout, or a combination of emotional struggles, carrying that silent burden day after day can erode not just your well-being, but your performance, focus, and sense of purpose, too.
By Richard Bailey8 months ago in Psyche
When Getting Out of Bed Feels Impossible: Micro Goals for Mental Health at Work
The Weight of the Morning There are days when the alarm clock feels like an enemy. Your body is still, and your mind is overwhelmed before your feet even touch the floor. The weight of responsibilities, emails, meetings, deadlines, can press down before you’ve even opened your eyes. For those living with depression, anxiety, or burnout, this sensation isn’t just emotional. It’s physical. Getting out of bed doesn’t feel hard, it feels impossible.
By Richard Bailey8 months ago in Psyche
The Complex Role of Dopamine in Our Lives: Understanding the Science Behind Pleasure and Motivation
*The Complex Role of Dopamine in Our Lives: Understanding the Science Behind Pleasure and Motivation* Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that plays a crucial role in our brain's reward and pleasure centers. It is often referred to as the "feel-good" hormone, and for good reason. Dopamine is released in response to pleasurable activities, such as eating, exercise, or social interactions, and it helps to motivate us to repeat those behaviors. However, when dopamine is released in excess or in response to artificial stimuli, such as social media or pornography, it can have negative consequences for our mental and physical health.
By Ikram Ullah8 months ago in Psyche
