As the old adage goes, “a friend in need is a friend indeed.” We build safe spaces in our friendships, to not only share our woes but also our dreams and secrets too. But what happens when these friends become the very source of your crisis?

The idea of ‘dating’ ourselves, is quite similar to how we generally do it in an actual relationship: getting to know ourselves better, spending intentional time to experience and enjoy the moments. In this article, Ming Hui shares his rewards and takeaways from his solo dates.

So, you’ve taken that brave step out of your comfort zone. You’ve stepped up for your mental health. You’ve made positive changes that you should be proud of. But, how do you know if you are recovering? What are some signs?

While mental health is a global phenomenon, the stigma surrounding it is undoubtedly more prevalent among Asians. The slightest hint pointing to a mental health irregularity may trigger a sense of shame, especially in households where honour takes utmost precedence. Through her mental health journey, Mika discovered that mental health tips and hacks growing in popularity are actually rooted in our very own culture.

In our lives, how we perceive our realities may draw similarities with “Mercury retrograde”. With the ubiquity of spirituality in society and its apparent benefits to our mental health and well-being, we may turn blind to the downsides of over-relying on spirituality to cope psychologically.

As the pattern of global reopenings unfolds, how have our friendships and community shifted throughout the pandemic? For one group of millennials, it's about being anchored in a faith-based community that helps them flourish. Find out how they've found creative ways to (re)connect, as they've faced challenges and boldly stepped out to create community.