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August Special: Connect to Your Senses & Feel Calmer

05/08/20240

Connecting to your senses is a wonderful, accessible way to bring yourself back to the present moment, especially if you’re feeling overwhelmed or anxious. Expat Nest founder Vivian Chiona shares a list of her favourite resources, all from the Expat…

Stress/Depression, Your Toolkit

Vivian’s Notes: Thoughts Are Not Facts

22/07/20240

When we’re in the middle of anxiety or spiralling into negative thinking, it can feel like this is our reality. But is it really? Is there a different way? Vivian reflects on how challenging our thoughts can help us find…

Stress/Depression

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): Symptoms & Seeking Support

26/04/20240

If only one could wave a magic wand to make the bad memories, flashbacks, anxiety and depression disappear. It’s unfortunately not that simple, but there is hope! Expat Nest founder and psychologist Vivian Chiona offers pointers for those seeking support…

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Stress/Depression, Your Toolkit

Compulsive Shopping: Warning Signs and Tips to Address It

18/04/20230

Ah, shopping… Whether we love it or dread it, it’s something we’ve gotta do. And it’s much easier today, with online options and easy payment methods. But what happens when shopping spirals out of control? When it begins to have…

Stress/Depression

How to Recognise & Deal with Expat Burnout

02/07/20194

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…

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8 GREAT RESOURCES TO HELP YOU BEAT STRESS

16/08/20183

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…

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Using Essential Oils to Lift Your Mood

26/09/20174

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…

Stress/Depression

“Good” Stress and “Bad” Stress: What’s the Difference?

11/09/20173

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?…

Stress/Depression

Feeling Down? Small Steps to Start Feeling Better

29/05/20174

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…

Stress/Depression

Putting on a Brave Face… Are You Hiding Your Depression?

17/04/20172

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…

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August Special: Connect to Your Senses & Feel Calmer

Vivian’s Notes: Thoughts Are Not Facts

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): Symptoms & Seeking Support

Compulsive Shopping: Warning Signs and Tips to Address It

How to Recognise & Deal with Expat Burnout

8 GREAT RESOURCES TO HELP YOU BEAT STRESS

Using Essential Oils to Lift Your Mood

“Good” Stress and “Bad” Stress: What’s the Difference?

Feeling Down? Small Steps to Start Feeling Better

Putting on a Brave Face… Are You Hiding Your Depression?

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