Nature Insights

Nostalgia often wraps us in a comforting blanket, and transports us back to a simpler and happier time. These nostalgic memories have long been seen as a source of emotional relief and psychological warmth. However, the recent new findings in nostalgia reveal that they may not age as sweetly as once thought.  New Findings in Nostalgia Challenges the Traditional View of Nostalgic Memories: Recent research challenges the traditional view of nostalgia . A new study finds that nostalgic memories or events initially feel uplifting, they may grow more bittersweet over time by losing the positivity and tinged with regret, loneliness, and longing to challenge the assumptions about nostalgia’s emotional stability. This revelation of new findings in nostalgia forces us to re-evaluate on how we experience, interpret, and even seek out nostalgia in our daily lives. The Nature of Nostalgia: A Psychological Snapshot Nostalgia is a complex emotional state often characterized by a longing for th...

Walking is a simple and most accessible form of physical exercise. We mostly walk to stay fit or get from one place to another. It doesn't require special equipment, or gym membership. We can do it just about anywhere through simple steps. However, there’s another dimension to it that can transform it from a simple routine activity into a deeply healing and enriching experience - that's  walking meditation. Benefits of Walking Meditation? Walking meditation  is a great form of exercise, an opportunity to practice mindfulness, too. It blends the physical benefits of walking with the mental and emotional advantages of mindfulness. It’s a way of moving your body and quiet your mind at the same time, turning each step into an opportunity for awareness, reflection, and calm. Walking Meditation for Combating Stress and Boosting Mood: If you’re an avid walker, chances are more that you engage in the activity for cardiovascular health, calorie burn, and increased mobility. However, ...

You would have heard about the proverb, "East or West, home is best". This short, memorable saying expresses home comfort and value. But the importance of home lies in the feelings of safety, understanding, competency and being connected. O ur home can be  much more than what we often think. It is more than just a place to live, and play a vital role in mental health . It could either be lifting our mood or silently draining our energy.  The Importance of Home Lies in Home–Mind Connection: Our homes transcend mere physical structures; they have a profound influence on our mental and emotional well-being. The environments we cultivate within our living spaces can either nurture or deplete our psychological resources.  The surroundings, like the colors, lighting, layout, even clutter, can significantly shape our mental well-being. Our brains constantly respond to the environmental cues. The smell of fresh flowers, the softness of our couch, or the mess on the kitchen counte...

Mental health is one of the most neglected issues in Pakistan. Millions of people are suffering from this pressing issue, but mental health challenges in Pakistan are mostly hidden behind walls of stigma, misinformation, or lack of resources.  The Hidden Burden of Mental Health Challenges in Pakistan: Nearly one in four Pakistanis suffers from some form of mental illness, the World Health Organization (WHO) reports. Yet only a small fraction of patients receive proper diagnosis or treatment. The reasons are complex, ranging from a shortage of mental health professionals to deeply rooted cultural taboos, which discourage people from seeking help and complicate mental health challenges in Pakistan . The Silent Struggle: How Mental Illnesses are Impacting Lives in Pakistan The  mental health challenges in Pakistan  are silently yet profoundly affecting individuals, families, and society as a whole. These conditions, often misunderstood or stigmatized, are disrupting every ...

Every year on May 1st, the world comes together to Labour Day celebration  to commemorate the labour movement and its achievements. It is also a time to honour the contribution of workers, whose dedication and hard work form the backbone of economies, communities, and nations. Origin of Observing Labour Day: A Day Born of Struggle: Labour Day celebration has its origin in labour union movement of the late 19th century, especially the historic struggle for an eight-hour workday, eight hours for recreation, and eight hours for rest. The day commemorates the 1886 Haymarket affair in Chicago, where workers striking for better conditions faced violence but ultimately succeeded in igniting a global movement for the rights of workers. Today, this day stands as a symbol of dignity, justice, and solidarity for workers across the world. Is Labour Day a Public Holiday?  Labour Day is a public holiday in many countries of the world. It is a day off for the general population. The governm...