Our four greatest fears (and what they say about us)
Acknowledging what we’re most afraid of can help us honour the pain of past hurt, as well as provide insight into the things in life that are meaningful and important to us. Often we share many of the same fears, because humans generally find meaning and purpose in many of the same things – and we fear having these things allude us or dissolve in our lifetime.The biggest lies we tell ourselves in relationships
Our relationships can be rewarding and enriching but they can also be confusing and painful. Because relationships are so meaningful and important to us, we can sometimes tell ourselves lies to avoid having to confront harsh truths about ourselves or our partners, (and recognise that the relationship might not be right for us).6 things you shouldn’t say to a mate who’s not ok
Sometimes the people in our lives go through tough stuff. We want to be a good friend and help them out, support them and be there for them, but often it’s really hard to know what the right thing is to say.What you’re afraid of is smaller than you imagine
As children, without the increased knowledge or experience to rationalise and put things in perspective, we find fear in lots of places. We learn from the world around us what is dangerous and what might hurt. And we pack up that fear and store it inside our bodies in order to keep us safe as we grow and explore the wider world.What are you if you are not your thoughts?
Ask Indigo is an opportunity for you to ask our psychologists & therapists questions you've always wanted to ask! This week, The Indigo Project's founder, and Head Psychologist, talks about what we are if we're not our thoughts...The best ‘My Therapist’ memes
Unless you’re living under a meme-rock, you’ve probably seen the latest trend of folks sharing some amusing interactions between themselves & their “therapists”. We love how interactions in the therapy room (however embellished) are hitting the mainstream and shaking up the stigma of getting help and seeing a therapist.The People Pleaser’s Problem
Are you the friend, partner, family member or colleague who’s constantly available? The one who never says no and is there for every heartache or phone call? Why are we still so caught up in the trap of people-pleasing?Can you have everything in your life together?
Ask Indigo is an opportunity for you to ask our psychologists & therapists questions you've always wanted to ask! This week, The Indigo Project's founder, and Head Psychologist, Mary Hoang, talks about whether it's possible to have everything in your life together...4 reasons why your workplace is making you miserable
For many of us, work is an essential part of life. It takes up a great deal of our time, allows us to make a contribution to society and gives us money to buy cheezles. But in a recent survey, a whole quarter of workers stated that work was their Number 1 life stressor. Yikes. We asked you what it was about the workplace that was getting you so stressed and took the issues to one of our Indigo Senior Psychologist's, Sarah for some advice.7 best apps for mindfulness
Do you wish you had a better handle over your mind - without feeling like you're constantly at the mercy of every thought or feeling that pops up? We've compiled a list of our top mindfulness apps to help you foster greater self-awareness, self-compassion, and create more calm in your world.