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Monkey Mind 101: Why Your Brain is a Hyperactive Yogi
Have you ever sat down to meditate, only to find your mind doing everything except meditating? One minute you’re focusing on your breath, and the next, you’re planning dinner, reliving an old argument, or worrying about next week’s deadlines. Congratulations! You’ve just met your monkey mind . In ancient Buddhist philosophy, the monkey mind represents our restless, ever-chattering mental state that is swinging from one thought to another, unable to stay still. And in today’s
Nov 193 min read


Your First Client Session: Stepping Out of the Textbook
There’s a quiet thrill in walking into your first therapy session as a psychologist. Your laptop camera is on, the internet is stable, and yet your palms are inexplicably damp. The soft hum of the air conditioner blends with the sound of your own heartbeat—faster than it should be. You’ve studied for years, trained rigorously, practiced mock sessions, and yet, when the moment arrives, you realize that no textbook truly prepares you for the silence of a real client waiting for
Nov 52 min read


Stored Emotions, Shaky Legs & Free Tears: What Happens When You Finally Slow Down
“The body remembers what the mind forgets. And sometimes, healing begins not with words, but with a pause.” We live in a world that...
Jul 263 min read


Healing from Within: The Power of Self-Reflection in Therapy
The Therapy Mirror: More Than Just Talking About Your Problems Contrary to popular belief, therapy isn’t just about venting while a...
May 73 min read


The Future of Workplace Mental Health: Why Corporate Wellness Matters
Brought to you by UpLife – because a happy employee is a productive employee! Let’s be honest—work can be stressful. Deadlines, endless...
May 22 min read


The Psychology of Memes: Why "Dark Humor" Might Be a Cry for Help
If you’re an Indian meme addict, chances are you’ve laughed at dark humor memes that would make your mother clutch her chest and call...
May 22 min read


The Therapy Myth: Why You Don’t Need to Be "Broken" to Seek Help
Raise your hand if you’ve ever thought about going to therapy but immediately dismissed the idea with, “But I’m not crazy!” Or maybe...
May 22 min read


What to Expect from a Psychology Internship at UpLife
So, you’ve decided to embark on a psychology internship at UpLife ? Congratulations! Whether you're a wide-eyed +2 student, a...
Apr 263 min read
Trauma Isn’t Always a Car Crash: Micro-Traumas That Sneak Into Your Life
When most people hear the word trauma , they picture dramatic movie scenes: sirens, broken glass, crying in the rain. Maybe even someone...
Apr 183 min read
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