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24/07/2026

Self-care isn’t selfish; it’s survival, strength, and showing up for yourself.

Every choice to protect your health is a quiet act of power for you, and for the people who count on you.

This International Self-Care Day, choose yourself.

Take the walk. Book the check-up. Ask the questions. Rest when you need to. Choose one healthy habit today — and let it be the beginning of many.

Your health is worth your time.

23/07/2026

How often do we pause and ask ourselves why we're doing what we're doing?

Is it for growth?
For fulfillment?
Or for someone else's approval?

Take a moment to reflect.

𝙒𝙝𝙤 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙩𝙧𝙮𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙤 𝙞𝙢𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙨?

23/07/2026

Psychological Bulletin, APA's journal with the highest Journal Impact Factor (JIF) grew from 19.8 to 19.9 according to the 2025 Journal Citations Reports—maintaining 2nd place in the Psychology category and 3rd place in the Multidisciplinary Psychology category.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4b6kPEu

17/07/2026

We see it as completely natural for children to draw, doodle and colour all the time, but once we reach adulthood, few of us ever put pencil to paper – often because we feel we lack talent or mastery. This means we miss out on the inherent joy in the process of drawing, as the artist and educator Andrea Kantrowitz says at the link in our bio:

‘Drawing is a way to observe, discover, and invent things never before seen or imagined. Messy, exploratory marks lead to surprises and new ideas. Perfection is beside the point.’

In this delightful Guide, Kantrowitz helps readers to rediscover the joy of drawing with a range of exercises to inspire curiosity, build skills and gain confidence along the way. https://psyche.co/guides/how-to-rediscover-the-joy-of-drawing

Illustration by the author .kantrow

16/07/2026

Dementia affects each person in a different way.

Learn the common signs and symptoms of dementia:
- Forgetting recent events or names
- Misplacing things
- Getting lost while walking or driving
- Feeling confused, even in familiar places
- Losing track of time
- Trouble solving problems or making decisions
- Struggling to follow conversations or find words
- Difficulty with everyday tasks
- Misjudging distances to objects

Common mood and behaviour changes include:
- Feeling anxious, sad, or angry about memory loss
- Personality changes
- Inappropriate behaviour
- Withdrawing from work or social life
- Less interest in others’ feelings

16/07/2026

Text a friend.
Try a puzzle.
Join a game night.

The small things you do every day can help keep your brain active and connected.

Because stimulating your mind and spending time with people may help reduce your risk of dementia.

Your brain needs connection too.
Stay curious. Stay social. Stay sharp.

12/07/2026

11/07/2026

When the future feels uncertain, it can be hard to imagine where hope might come from.⁠
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For many people, thoughts about the future bring pressure, doubt or a sense that meaningful possibilities are out of reach. Yet imagining a life that feels purposeful and fulfilling can offer a gentle way to reconnect with what matters most.⁠
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In this practical mini Guide, psychologist Matthew D. Grisham shares an evidence-based exercise for envisioning your ‘best possible self’ and finding renewed motivation for the steps ahead.⁠
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Whether you are facing a major transition, feeling stuck, or simply looking for a clearer sense of direction, this Guide offers a starting point for imagining a future worth moving towards.⁠ https://psyche.co/guides/how-to-imagine-a-better-future-for-yourself

Photo by Emin Özmen/Flickr.

09/07/2026

😌 Control Anger Before It Controls You

Anger is a normal human emotion—it can alert us to problems, protect our boundaries, and motivate us to take action. However, when anger becomes frequent, intense, or difficult to manage, it can affect our relationships, decision-making, work, school, and overall well-being.

Healthy anger management is not about suppressing emotions; it is about recognizing what we feel, understanding what triggers our reactions, and responding in ways that are respectful, constructive, and aligned with our values.

Here are some evidence-based strategies to help manage anger:
✔️ Practice relaxation techniques such as deep breathing and mindfulness.
✔️ Challenge unhelpful thoughts by replacing them with more balanced perspectives.
✔️ Focus on solving the problem instead of dwelling on it.
✔️ Communicate your feelings calmly and assertively.
✔️ Use appropriate humor to reduce tension without dismissing the situation.
✔️ Step away from stressful situations when needed to regain emotional control.

If you notice that anger is becoming overwhelming, persistent, or is negatively affecting your daily life, seeking support from a licensed mental health professional can help you develop healthier coping strategies.

Remember: The goal is not to eliminate anger—it is to express it in healthy, respectful, and constructive ways.

💙 Control anger before it controls you.

Reference: American Psychological Association. (2023). Controlling anger before it controls you. https://www.apa.org/topics/anger/control

Pubmat by: Annagail Dizon
Caption by: Rojelle Lawoglawog & Chloe Dwayne Dela Cruz

08/07/2026

Do you know if the latest health advice you got on your phone is correct?

Developing your health literacy is a powerful act of self-care.
It will give you the tools to know:
- if a source of information is credible
- if the information you see online is right for your health, and
- how best to advocate for your own health.