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Social media sites are immensely popular because people want to feel included and earn recognition from their peers, two integral components in social psychology. However, if left unchecked we can subject ourselves to mentally unhealthy practices which affect work and life satisfaction. After reading this, take a break from your phone! :) (at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CGmywVpJm4A/?igshid=1ikqt7zn0hxpk

I can attest to this from personal experience in the mental health industry. In the recent disruption brought by the covid-19 pandemic, EVERY counselor had to either upskill and accept online counseling, or lose their jobs. But even as the dust settles on this change, we have to look out for what's next in the industry. AR/VR counseling sessions? AI counsellors? 🤖 Exciting times! (at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CGbR-_aJ8Rd/?igshid=1i8zt0apoi3jk

This makes a lot of sense now, right? But bring this up a year ago and you'd be met with confused looks 🤔 The media always raises issues like haze, floods and theft on nations wealth: We cant control these things and at any time us, our family or our jobs can be at risk. @miasa.malaysia @good_therapy @lembaga_kaunselor (at Petaling Jaya, Malaysia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CGUtra_Jzvc/?igshid=8uftsrvuu945

Millennials are taught not to compromise on their values, which is confusing when they are told later to accept toxic work culture and unprofessional bosses. They will prefer to vote for change with their actions (quit), but that will also be perceived as not being resilient. How you tell me? 😂 (at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CGJlRKyp12v/?igshid=bahlk5xshb53

A story for the PARENTS out there 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 I've had parents angrily DEMAND to know what goes on in counselling session with their children 💢😠⚡ They want to know if their child is bad mouthing them, telling lies, or even playing around 😂 Of course, this comes from love and worry if they're going to be okay. So, scary as it is, we muster all our inner zen🧘‍♂️😂 to treat them with tlc ☮️ But confidentiality is important in building trust with our client. Therapy wont work effectively if we break that trust (i.e. inform the parent). So a compromise I make is to share information that is agreed with the client first so that all parties are informed and happy ☺️ (at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CE38xnjpf_1/?igshid=rkiqlqonnvfk

Sharing timee 📖 😅 This pic reminds me that counseling isn't just about listening to problems. A few years back, I started a counseling facility in a private school. But the student weren't exactly interested in the idea 😂 so most of the first weeks was spent drawing on this whiteboard and displaying my art proudly at the entrance 🎨👨‍🎨 Slowly but surely, this drew the attention of curious little eyes 👀 to check out the room, which we filled with beanbags, games (the dartboard was a fav!) and comfy sofas. 🛋️ Soon, kids started pouring in wanting to share ALL sorts of problems. Some of my fondest memories and biggest lessons as a counselor were made there. Including this one :) (at Calvary Convention Centre) https://www.instagram.com/p/CElgmoBJvwv/?igshid=12ms6117h0hk6

I/O is short for Industrial/Organizations Psychologist. These guys specialise in making your work environment as effective as possible. From corporate policies to leadership/team management, right down to furniture and office colour schemes. In Malaysia, this occupation is still very rare, but do you think its something your org can benefit from? #psychology #mentalhealth #therapy #love #mentalhealthawareness #anxiety #motivation #selfcare #health #psychotherapy #mindfulness #depression #psychologist #selflove #healing #life #counseling #therapist #mentalhealthmatters #stress #wellbeing #education #psychologytoday #wisdom #awareness #workplace #eap #employee #colleague #io (at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CDjekKHpwgy/?igshid=1rz5j3pbrrdp7

Fyi, EAP stands for Employee Assistance Program. Big companies usually hire EAP services to make sure their employees have access to counselors in times of need. EAP counselors also provide workshop and training for these employees. 🤓 Hope you find this info interesting! today! 😊 #psychology #mentalhealth #therapy #love #mentalhealthawareness #anxiety #motivation #selfcare #health #psychotherapy #mindfulness #depression #psychologist #selflove #healing #life #counseling #therapist #mentalhealthmatters #stress #wellbeing #education #psychologytoday #wisdom #awareness #workplace #eap #crisis #employee #burnout (at Johor Bahru) https://www.instagram.com/p/CDV16_mJZuz/?igshid=1j0b4xlnz4vox

QUESTION: How do you celebrate reaching your goals? 🏅🏆🎗️🍾 #psychology #mentalhealth #therapy #love #mentalhealthawareness #anxiety #motivation #selfcare #health #psychotherapy #mindfulness #depression #psychologist #selflove #healing #life #counseling #therapist #mentalhealthmatters #stress #wellbeing #education #psychologytoday #wisdom #awareness #burnout #workplace #stress #relief #officepolitics #colleagues (at Taman Tun TTDI) https://www.instagram.com/p/CC5DXM9pa0Q/?igshid=jcqf4ntzfmjb

"But how??", you ask? 🤔 Well, when we treat our body right everyday, we also train our mind to think that we are deserving of care and love. ❤️ #psychology #mentalhealth #therapy #love #mentalhealthawareness #anxiety #motivation #selfcare #health #psychotherapy #mindfulness #depression #psychologist #selflove #healing #life #counseling #therapist #mentalhealthmatters #stress #wellbeing #education #psychologytoday #wisdom #awareness #burnout #workplace #stress #relief #officepolitics #colleagues (at Damansara Perdana) https://www.instagram.com/p/CCsOGkZJTVt/?igshid=ia3audvxugwv

Yup, you can't avoid some work responsibilities (sighh) 😔 Whether it's tasks or people, the job needs to get done. But hey, being able to anticipate the stress helps you maintain professionalism and not let the stress compromise your work performance. 💪 #psychology #mentalhealth #therapy #love #mentalhealthawareness #anxiety #motivation #selfcare #health #psychotherapy #mindfulness #depression #psychologist #selflove #healing #life #counseling #therapist #mentalhealthmatters #stress #wellbeing #education #psychologytoday #wisdom #awareness #burnout #workplace #stress #relief #officepolitics #colleagues (at Bangsar South) https://www.instagram.com/p/CCklG0SptLT/?igshid=tuj8ec6d6hl8

Burnout can make you feel so helpless. But there are small, meaningful ways to regain control of your situation. Soothing your fatigue/stress/frustration with some relaxation exercises is a start. 🧘🌱☮️ #psychology #mentalhealth #therapy #love #mentalhealthawareness #anxiety #motivation #selfcare #health #psychotherapy #mindfulness #depression #psychologist #selflove #healing #life #counseling #therapist #mentalhealthmatters #stress #wellbeing #education #psychologytoday #wisdom #awareness #burnout #workplace #stress #relief #officepolitics #colleagues (at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CCcaMOAJ8YB/?igshid=h9bmhbyw6tx7

Burnout is a result from chronic work/study stress, signs include energy depletion, and distancing, negativity and cynicism towards work. I've seen this too often and experienced it myself as well. Anyone else? 🖐️ #psychology #mentalhealth #therapy #love #mentalhealthawareness #anxiety #motivation #selfcare #health #psychotherapy #mindfulness #depression #psychologist #selflove #healing #life #counseling #therapist #mentalhealthmatters #stress #wellbeing #education #psychologytoday #wisdom #awareness #burnout #workplace #stress #relief #officepolitics #colleagues (at Petaling Jaya, Malaysia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CCXeW8TJOP_/?igshid=l4sw4eofbp0e

IMHO, self-care if the first defence against mental health issues and everyone, ESPECIALLY counselors, need to diligently care for of ourselves before taking care of others. Glad to be a part of @minc.care 7 Days of Self-Care that led up to her birthday. Will link the video below, but also check out her page & other videos! (at Petaling Jaya, Malaysia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CA4fzzoJXmF/?igshid=1hnwz0vsqpb6b