Everyone should have a mantra in life. The word mantra originates from Sanskrit, meaning a “sacred message or text, charm, spell, or counsel.” In many traditions, a mantra is used to focus the mind and connect to a deeper sense of belief and peace. As a psychologist, I like to keep things simple and always…
I have often heard the phrase “Seize the day”, and over the years, what I have extrapolated from this has been variable. Sometimes, it feels like a comforting reminder to live fully in the present. Other times, though, it triggers feelings of anxiety and FOMO—the fear of missing out—making me worried that I am losing…
