Gen Z has repackaged the activity of ‘sleep’ as “Bed Rotting”, the latest buzz word related to ‘self-care’ on social media. As of 2 May 2024, searching up “Bed Rotting” on TikTok brings up a total of 74.8 million posts. But what is it, really? Is it any different from having a lie-in after an exhausting day or week?

Have we truly broken down the stigma around mental health in Asia, or are there still barriers beneath the surface? Using case studies from Singapore, let's dive into the progress that has been made, the challenges that remain, and what’s next for mental health in the region.

Transitioning into a new job and a new season of life, perhaps in a new city or country can bring a lot of excitement. However, it can also come with its share of challenges. Sometimes, in our enthusiasm to excel in our careers, we may end up pushing ourselves too hard that we take on more stress than is acceptable. This can lead to burnout if we don’t manage workplace stress properly.

This article explores the concept of parasocial relationships, wherein individuals form intense emotional bonds with public figures they encounter through media exposure. While parasocial relationships offer emotional comfort and inspiration, they also pose risks of isolation and distorted reality. The article emphasises the importance of maintaining a balanced perspective and nurturing real-life connections.

Leaders in an organisation play a critical role in enabling psychological safety in the workplace as they are seen as role models and have the authority to establish norms and expectations in the organisation. If you are a leader or manager, here are 6 actionable ways of how you can create psychological safety at work and lead to a better performing team.

Picture this: It’s 31st of December. While you try to look back on your year, you struggle to recall what happened in the past 12 months. It seems that time flew and a year just passed by. You remembered making New Year resolutions at the start of the year but…. life happened and your resolutions are once again recycled to the next year. Sounds familiar? In this article, Sandra shares about her 2024 resolution to restart her journaling habit and to be consistent about it.