by Nivedita Ramanujam | Aug 11, 2022 | Mindfulness and Meditation
When we perform an action, set a boundary or engage with others, our intent in doing so and/or the nature of the thoughts that precede that action is key to how the outcome can be perceived and played out. In Buddhism, the concept of ‘wholesome goodness’... 
by Nivedita Ramanujam | Jul 22, 2022 | Hypnotherapy, Mindfulness and Meditation
Ever wonder why when you are feeling positive emotions or have received some good news, you proverbially might ‘stop to smell the roses’, or perhaps be more open to talking to a stranger? Beyond pure joy in a moment, positive emotions have the ability to... 
by Nivedita Ramanujam | Jun 13, 2022 | Hypnotherapy, Mental Health
Cold Water Immersion – particularly on the face – activates what is known as the Divers Reflex. This is commonly advised as a method for anxiety and stress relief, but how does it actually work? The Divers Reflex is particular to mammals and is an... 
by Nivedita Ramanujam | Apr 6, 2022 | Mental Health, Trauma
When we think of flashbacks, oftentimes we imagine a specific event that has triggered an involuntary and often painful transport back in time. For example, a war veteran might hear a noise that reminds them of their time in combat, or an individual may see a... 
by Nivedita Ramanujam | Mar 2, 2022 | Health & Wellness, Mindfulness and Meditation
Kintsugi is well known as a beautiful practice in the crafts and visual arts world; broken pottery and ceramics can be put back together often with a shining gold lacquer or resin to fill in cracks. The intention is that flaws are not hidden but celebrated. In fact,... 
by Nivedita Ramanujam | Feb 2, 2022 | Mental Health, Mindfulness and Meditation
Mindfulness is often defined as a practice that we see from a Western perspective, yet mindfulness has been enshrouded in Eastern cultural practices for centuries. Mindful living is explained within Sage Patanjali’s yoga sutras – scriptures that define the... 
by Nivedita Ramanujam | Jan 21, 2022 | Mental Health
In our last blog, we covered the basics of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Individuals with ADHD have an incredible sense of creativity and compassion that can lighten the lives of those around them, and propel them to great heights of success. Alongside... 
by Nivedita Ramanujam | Dec 1, 2021 | Mental Health
Certain neurodevelopmental disorders have the potential to go undetected for years, if not a lifetime. One such neurodevelopmental disorder is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental... 
by Nivedita Ramanujam | Aug 13, 2021 | Relationships
Relationships can be thrilling and exciting; they bring us joy and love, and yes, as rewarding as they can be, they are also complicated and rock our boat. Relationships work through stages; some last a lifetime or a few years, and others have a short life span.... 
by Nivedita Ramanujam | Mar 4, 2021 | EMDR, Relationships
EMDR can be a powerful tool to help clients overcome fear and grief after tragedy. Learn more about how this type of therapy can be helpful for anyone who has experienced tragedy. When you experience the loss of a loved one, or are the victim of a natural disaster,... 
