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#RedefiningFailure on my own terms
“With every failure that I was met with, my self-worth would crumble just a tiny bit, chipping away like the bricks of a stone wall.”
Failure has its way of making us feel ashamed and embarrassed. So much so that it can affect our self-worth and manifest in many unhealthy ways. Claire opens up about her own experience with failure and how she’s been #RedefiningFailure.
Leveraging tech for mental health
The advent of technology has prompted us to design a world characterized by easy and convenient access to what we want and need. Luckily, with the rise of mobile and web-based platforms, digital mental health has been growing in today’s tech scene. Here are some apps that have helped the Calm Collective team navigate our mental health journeys that we would like to share with you!
Why are Asians ashamed to talk about sex? with Joo Hymn Tan- Podcast Shownotes
When was the last time you openly had a conversation about sex with your Asian parents? Yeah, we can’t remember either. In many Asian societies, talking about sex is an uncomfortable topic. In episode 9 of Calm Conversations, we speak with Joo Hymn Tan (Project Director for the Birds and Bees Programme, AWARE) about how feelings of shame around sex can impact our relationships, and how parents can break the cycle of shame by learning how to address the topics of sex and consent to their young children.
What are the treatment options available for mental health disorders?
Following our talk on Navigating Mental Healthcare in Singapore, it was clear that there is still a myriad of questions surrounding mental healthcare in Singapore. This article is part of a 3-part series and should be used to guide your discussions with a mental health professional.
Where do I seek help for my mental health condition in Singapore?
Following our talk on Navigating Mental Healthcare in Singapore, it was clear that there is still a myriad of questions surrounding mental healthcare in Singapore. This article is part of a 3-part series and should be used to guide your discussions with a mental health professional.
How do I know if I have a mental health disorder?
Following our talk on Navigating Mental Healthcare in Singapore, it was clear that there is still a myriad of questions surrounding mental healthcare in Singapore. This article is part of a 3-part series and should be used to guide your discussions with a mental health professional.
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