Understanding the Mind's Role in Health

Date 14 January 2025
Author Ilana Estelle
Illness starts in the mind. The idea that it starts in the mind, highlights the connection between mental and physical health. The mind plays a pivotal role in shaping how we think, how we feel and how we act, ultimately ...
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Supporting Health in a Toxic World

Date 9 January 2025
Author Ilana Estelle
Fake, fact, toxic. Where facts are becoming fake – that's toxic. In a world that is increasingly toxic, mental health has never become so important. Self-care is no longer a luxury; instead it has become a lifeline. It calls for us ...
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Toxic Relationship Patterns

Date 5 January 2025
Author Ilana Estelle
We will all have sustained trauma and been in toxic relationships at some point in our lives. This can lead to becoming disengaged, avoiding people or situations that trigger painful memories, feeling emotionally numb ...
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Autism: Changing the Narrative

Date 2 January 2025
Author Ilana Estelle
Autism and mental illness are very personal. Many people have been at the forefront of being misunderstood and hurt for most of their lives. Autistic challenges lead to stereotypes, making life harder for those already struggling ...
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Our Planet, our Future: Another Desperate Plea

Date 31 December 2024
Author Ilana Estelle
"My final blog of 2024 is a heartfelt call to action for the world: urging humanity to change course. Climate change is unfolding before our eyes and will continue to impact our lives, potentially with severe consequences in the decades ...
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The Hidden Wounds We Gravitate Towards

Date 30 December 2024
Author Ilana Estelle
Not everyone will stop to question or equate what toxic looks like. We may gravitate towards what we've seen, what we've experienced and what we continue to accept, therefore we may gravitate towards personalities and behaviours ...
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Christmas Bells by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Date 25 December 2024
Author Ilana Estelle
Happy Holidays 2024 "I heard the bells on Christmas DayTheir old, familiar carols play,And wild and sweetThe words repeatOf peace on earth, good-will to men! And thought how, as the day had come,The belfries of ...
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Exploring the Connection between Mental Health and Cancer

Date 19 December 2024
Author Ilana Estelle
The global rise in cancer rates is influenced by multiple factors, including ageing populations, increased exposure to environmental carcinogens, lifestyle changes and improved diagnostic methods. The Connection Between ...
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A Guide to Living Intentionally

Date 18 December 2024
Author Ilana Estelle
Beliefs, hopes, judgments, intentions, love, and hatred all demonstrate intentionality (Source: Stanford Encyclopedia). Similarly, we should not intentionally ignore trauma, experiences, or personal challenges, as these ...
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Embrace Your Authenticity

Date 16 December 2024
Author Ilana Estelle
In a world that urges us to conform and to follow paths laid out by others, choosing to be authentic is one of the most boldest, most courageous and empowering choices you can make. Authenticity carries a high vibration – it radiates ...
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Kindness: The Key to Building Deeper Connections

Date 15 December 2024
Author Ilana Estelle
Kindness serves as the cornerstone of practically everything we do. It plays a crucial role in enhancing mental health and can help both you and others in managing stress, anxiety, and feelings of isolation. By dedicating ...
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Confucius and Aristotle: Ethical Lessons for Modern Politics and Society

Date 13 December 2024
Author Ilana Estelle
Confucius and Aristotle are two of history’s most influential philosophers, each offering insightful yet distinct perspectives on ethics. Confucius According to Confucius, values such as respect, loyalty and empathy are essential ...
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