Have you ever noticed that you finally take time off… and then you get sick, feel low, or completely drained? It’s a surprisingly common experience. People often expect relief when life slows down—holidays, time off work, or quiet seasons—but instead they feel worse. From a neuroscience perspective, this reaction makes sense. It’s not weakness or burnout “catching up.” It’s your nervous system recalibrating. The Neuroscience Behind the Post-Stress Crash When life is busy or s

Have you ever woken up from a vivid dream, wondering what it was trying to tell you? Or maybe from a nightmare that felt so real, your heart was still racing long after you opened your eyes? Dreams are one of the brain’s most fascinating ways of processing emotions and experiences. They are not random stories—rather, they’re like nightly x-rays of the mind , revealing what we’ve been working through consciously or unconsciously. As a counsellor, I often encourage clients to e

Dreams and nightmares have intrigued humans for centuries. They offer a glimpse into the mind’s mysterious workings during sleep. While dreams can inspire creativity and provide insight, nightmares often leave us feeling unsettled or fearful. Understanding these experiences can help us appreciate their role in our mental and emotional lives. What Are Dreams? Dreams are mental experiences that occur during sleep, often involving images, sounds, emotions, and sensations. They u