Most of us will be familiar with the word “burnout” but what does it actually mean, and how does it apply to us as expats? Here are some signs of expat burnout and some pointers to help bring back the…
This year’s August special is on stress, which was also the theme of Mental Health Awareness Week 2018. One study from the Mental Health Foundation, the largest known study of stress levels in the UK, found that 74% of those…
In a modern world, we often forget the important role that scent plays in our everyday experiences. Essential oils, which can soothe or energise us, are a wonderful way to acknowledge and reawaken our sense of smell. I’m a huge…
Media reports and academic articles often warn us about the negative effects of stress. There’s good reason for this, too. But did you know that, under the right conditions, some types of short-term stress can protect and even benefit us?…
We all have times when we feel flat. Maybe we know the reason (we need a break, there’s conflict at work or trouble at home), but sometimes we don’t. Here are some concrete steps you can take to help lift…
Depression is an often silent feeling that creeps up on us and isn’t easy to identify straight away. This is especially true for those who have relocated. Because it’s normal to feel alone or sad while away from “home” or…
Once upon a time, there were two woodcutters…
They worked side by side each day. The one woodcutter worked eight hours a day without stopping and managed to fell 10 trees.
The other woodcutter, who occasionally stopped and mysteriously disappeared…
All of a sudden, your heart starts pounding, your breathing becomes faster and shallower – as if you are running out of air – and your palms are sweaty. You may be shaking or you feel a tingling or numbness.…
Let’s get straight to the point…
Tip #1: Learn to differentiate between a problem, a worry and an irritation. You can then try to dismiss the irritations and worries and deal with the problems.
Tip #2: Will this matter in……
Εxpat Nest is thrilled to welcome Mina Stamataki, an occupational health psychologist (MSc) who lives in the Netherlands. Mina works in Human Resources, focusing on learning and development as well as workplace health promotion. Today she shares her ideas on…
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