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Explore our blogs and resources to learn more about a wide range of mental health topics including common mental health issues, ways of coping and strategies that can help you overcome your difficulties.

Mind & Mood 24 Oct, 2024
Dublin Marathon: Surviving the Final Stretch

Embracing discomfort is essential for personal growth, as both physical and mental challenges drive adaptation and resilience. Explore the parallels between marathon training and mental health, and why it’s important to push through struggles to foster lasting change.

Mind & Mood 10 Oct, 2024
Mind Your Mind: How Workers Can Prioritise Mental Health in the Workplace

On World Mental Health Day, prioritise mental health in your workplace. Implement effective strategies such as setting clear boundaries, practising mindfulness, and building supportive relationships to create a healthier work environment for everyone.

Mind & Mood 24 Sep, 2024
Overcoming Loneliness: Small Steps, Big Impact

There are a few effective strategies for managing loneliness and improving your well-being. Click on the Blog to find out about practical steps, engaging activities, and community involvement to foster connections.

Mind & Mood 03 Sep, 2024
How Neuroplasticity Can Help to Alleviate Anxiety

Discover how neuroplasticity can help alleviate anxiety by rewiring your brain through intentional exercises and practices. Learn effective strategies to form new neural pathways and reduce anxiety symptoms for lasting mental health improvements.

mental health, paralympics 27 Aug, 2024
Mental Toughness and the Paralympics: Turning Weakness into Strength

Here are the inspiring stories of Paralympians Jason Smyth and Ellen Keane, who exemplify mental toughness by transforming adversity into extraordinary achievements. Learn how their resilience, focus, and determination in the face of challenges offer valuable lessons in personal growth and overcoming obstacles.

Mind & Mood 21 Aug, 2024
The Ultimate Guide to Easing Back-to-School Anxiety in Children

Here are some expert-backed strategies to help your child manage back-to-school anxiety. Learn how parents can support children's mental well-being, foster open communication, and create a smooth transition as schools reopen in Ireland.

Mind & Mood 07 Aug, 2024
The Power of Self-Awareness

Developing your self-awareness is a skill that everyone can benefit from, and which can bring improvements to many areas of your life. Dedicate some regular time for self-reflection, in whatever form works best for you, to build your self-awareness and attain the benefits associated with knowing yourself better.

Mind & Mood 02 Aug, 2024
How Embracing Process Goals Can Lead to Success: Lessons from Olympic Athletes

Here's how embracing process goals can lead to success: inspired by Olympic athletes. These are Process Goals, which have Educational and Workplace benefits and are strategies to avoid burnout, improve mental health, and achieve your outcome goals.

Mind & Mood 31 Jul, 2024
Depression isn't just being sad

Many of us have experienced moments of sadness in our lives—moments that are typically temporary and linked to specific events like a breakup or disappointment. However, sadness is distinct from depression in several important ways. Read the blog to find out more.

Mind & Mood 19 Jul, 2024
Minority Mental Health Awareness Month: Understanding the challenges of young immigrants

People migrate for many reasons – for work, to study or for better life opportunities. In moving to a different country, a person can face many different challenges, such as loneliness. Humans are a social species and social connections are crucial for our survival. Here are some challenges that young immigrants face...

Therapist counselling a couple
Mind & Mood 12 Jul, 2024
What to Expect from Couples Counselling

Couples counselling can help strengthen relationships. Here is what you can expect from sessions, common exercises, and how therapy can foster deeper understanding and empathy.

Young Woman at a Pride Parade
Mind & Mood 17 Jun, 2024
Embracing Pride: A Journey of Self-Acceptance and Healing

Celebrate Pride Month by exploring the journey of self-acceptance within the LGBTQ+ community. At Centric Mental Health, we support LGBTQ+ individuals with compassionate and tailored care.