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   Yesterday, I ran into my neighbour, who shared how much he struggles during winter. “I don’t like the cold,” he said. “It gets dark so early, and we end up staying indoors with the kids most of the time.” That's why I like talking about Winter Blue, today to prepare you for the coming days. If the colder weather and shorter days make you the winter blues, you're not alone. As the days grow shorter and temperatures drop, many people notice changes in their mood, energy, and motivation. If winter leaves you feeling low, unmotivated, or emotionally flat, you are not imagining it, and you are certainly not alone. Periods of emotional difficulty are a natural part of life. Learning how to respond to them with awareness and compassion can make a meaningful difference to your mental well-being. This article is here to gently prepare you for the winter months and offer practical ways to cope. This article updated in January 2026. 1. understanding the Winter blue and (SAD) symptoms ...

How to help a man's suffering from domestic violence? Monica Hoss Licensed Psychotherapist MSc Psychology  Have you ever heard, seen, or even felt that a man could be a victim of domestic violence? It’s a difficult reality that many people, men included face in silence. When we think of domestic violence, our minds often go straight to images of women suffering at the hands of an abusive partner. While it’s true that women are disproportionately affected, men can also be victims of domestic violence. In fact, the stigma around male victims often prevents them from seeking help, making it all the more important for us to understand how to offer support and break the cycle of abuse. A home should be a place of safety, love, and mutual respect. It should be where all members, regardless of gender feel secure, valued, and able to express their thoughts, emotions, and concerns without fear of judgment or harm. However, some individuals, including men, are denied that basic human right. ...

  Have you ever had feelings of pressure? If so, you're not alone. If you are a teenager this article is specifically for you to cope with your issues as anxiety, also have more success in your life. Have Other People Experienced Pressure? Generally, people experience anxiety and stress in their life. Despite that, you can set goals to limit your daily stress. You're better equipped to tackle with issues when you're less stressed out. Excessive tension or stress that you can't handle prevents you from performing your education tasks or enjoying your time. It may exhaust you. Stress can be brought on by daily life's expectations or difficulties. Your body produces hormones that give you more energy, concentration, and strength in response to stress. The fight-or-flight response is what this means. A slight increase in stress might occasionally be beneficial. It can assist you in completing tasks quickly, being punctual, or meeting a deadline. It may notify you of an ...

Feeling emotional? By: Monica Hoss Licensed Psychotherapist MSc Applied Psychology You may  face emotional difficulties from time to time in life.  Difficulties might frequently be the starting point of a path towards personal development. You don’t have to face tough times alone; in fact, maintaining your mental health is one of the most crucial aspects of leading a good and balanced life. Feeling better doesn't have to be an elusive goal. While the road to well-being is a lifelong journey, there are practical steps you can take today to begin feeling better immediately. Here's a guide to help you kickstart your journey to a healthier, happier you.     1. Prioritise Self-Care Self-care is the foundation of well-being. It involves taking deliberate actions to maintain your physical, mental, and emotional health.   Physical Self-Care Exercise: Even a short walk can boost your mood and energy levels. Nutrition: Opt for a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetabl...

what is mindfulness meditation? Are you looking for a few tips to get you started on your mindfulness meditation journey? First of all, you should know what is the definition of mindfulness. Mindfulness is the practice of present-moment awareness. It is the quality of being fully present and aware of what is happening around us in the present moment. It is about being in touch with our thoughts, feelings, and sensations here and now.     why should you practice mindfulness meditation?   When you’re caught in a difficult moment, mindfulness helps you step back and gently notice your thoughts and feelings, without believing every one of them is the truth. You learn that not every thought deserves your full attention. This creates space for clarity and self-kindness.  In this way, mindfulness is not just a technique, it’s a way of relating to yourself with care.  Mindfulness Meditation is a gentle guide to inner calm.  In a world that rarely slows do...

  By: Monica Hoss Licensed Psychotherapist This article updated in May 2026. If you're here, it's likely because you're seeking growth,  learning , clarity, or transformation in some area of your life whether you're a business professional, a creative spirit, or someone on a personal development journey.  In this article, I’ll share  seven powerful ways to gently retrain your subconscious mind , based on both therapeutic practice and neuroscience, to support healing and personal  growth .    Whether you're working to reduce anxiety, or build a stronger sense of self, there are effective, evidence-informed techniques that can help.  As a psychotherapist, I’ve seen firsthand how reprogramming the subconscious can lead to profound emotional and behavioral change.  The key to lasting change often lies not in willpower alone, but in the power of your   subconscious mind .  Your subconscious mind plays a pivotal role in shaping how you th...

   Dear Beautiful Soul, Feeling under pressure? Feeling heavy emotional baggage you're hauling around? Feelings such as anger, despair, or fear? What should you do to feel pleasure, happiness, and joyfulness?  During the last few years, some of you have not felt a kind of happiness in your life, because of the COVID19. You had to stay home, not socialise with friends/families, or travel.  This page is just for you to help yourself, heal your emotional wounds and be happier! Grow with external and internal factors To Be Happier You're not cars, but like cars you're impacted by external and internal factors that cause feel not happy in your life. External factors like negative people around you that stop you like a  brake for cars. Don't allow them to put you down with their negative thoughts as you can't, what if you couldn't or you don't know, etc. Instead, try to communicate with successful people. Internal factors like your negative thoughts that stop you ...

  Let's see today as an opportunity to support more  children's  mental health. Agree? Let's go!  Image: Unsplash Why Is Children's Mental Health Important? We all love to see cheerful happy laughing children, playing  with no  fears of problems. This is their right to  live, happily without  receiving any threats.  Generally, children are full of  wishes and dreams!  You heard a lot from  them  about their dreams.  They talk about their wishes, their futures, and what they want to become. These dreams are the seeds of growth and resilience. But when children experience unresolved trauma, it can affect their entire adult lives impacting their relationships, careers, families, and overall well-being. Did you know? 50% of lifetime mental health conditions begin by age 14. 75% begin by age 24. This means early awareness and support are critical. Without it, many adults spend years trying to heal from painful ch...

  By: Monica Hoss MSc Applied Psychology  Licensed Psychotherapist  What lifestyle choices can help reduce the risk of developing dementia in later years? Aging is a natural part of life, but the fear of dementia can cast a shadow over your golden years. The good news is that there are steps you can take to protect your brain health and reduce your risk of dementia. If you like to promote brain health and cognitive function as you age, here are seven incredible ways to help keep your mind sharp.                                               Image: https://unsplash.com/photos/two-man-playing-chess-in-shallow-focus-lens-P0F_zH39qhs    1. Stay Active   Stay Mentally Active Participating in cognitively stimulating activities: Engaging your brain through various intellectual pursuits such as practicing yoga, playing chess, gardening, or learnin...

Monica Hoss,  MSc Applied Psychology  Licensed Psychotherapist based in London Have you been thinking about making a change in your life, but find yourself struggling to take the first step? Perhaps you have goals you genuinely care about, yet anxiety, self-doubt, perfectionism, low motivation or fear of failure keeps getting in the way. Setting a goal is easy. Creating meaningful and lasting change is often much more complicated. Our emotions, thoughts, habits, relationships and past experiences can all influence how we respond to change. As a Licensed Psychotherapist, I often see how much more is involved in personal change than simply “trying harder.” Sometimes, we need to understand what is holding us back before we can move forward. In this article, I'll explore seven psychology-based ways to approach your goals with greater clarity, self-compassion and consistency. This article updated in 2026.   1. Understand Your Mindset and What May Be Holding You Back   ...