Promoting Psychological Wellbeing in Times of Flux
Uncertainties at the macro level are shaping our life as it unfolds through the navigation of a constantly changing climate, in which we live, think, work and rest. Balancing such changes with some kind of stability is the challenge, for us all. Home and school becomes the stabilizing crucible – we trust! We are reminded of Dr. Ed Tronick and Claudia Gold’s work on ‘The Power of Discord’ (2020). The cycles of experiences of attunement with others (stability) alongside misattunement (stress/change), followed by repair, otherwise known as the Trust-Building
Cycle, builds resilience in times of trauma and stress.
Cycle, builds resilience in times of trauma and stress.
The characteristic uncertainties of the stressful, prolonged pandemic climate propels us to seek refuge in soothing connections with family, classmates, and work colleagues – in the very people we are sharing this global experience with. If there is one crucial lesson learnt, it probably is that our connections and relationships are more important than any conflict, any stressors as we seek to restore attunement. Connections that restore safety in the face of danger, is what gives us a renewed ground from which to take the next steps.
mental health.
There are various symptoms and signs that someone suffering from a mental health disorder may show. Be on the lookout for signs like sadness, excessive worry, anxiety, social withdrawal and extreme mood swings.
Some signs and symptoms may direct you towards a specific mental health disorder. Symptoms directed towards anxiety, most common among teens include: Panic, fear, uneasiness, sleep problems, not being able to stay calm and still, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, nausea.
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