As someone who had depression in my early adulthood, one of my greatest fascinations has always been with the mind. Understanding the susceptibility of the mind was a big relief for me as I ascended upon my healing path. I realised I had the power to change my negative thoughts and over the years I did just that. Now almost 20 years on people generally know me as an upbeat and optimistic person so do I continue to apply all that I have learnt? Absolutely; maintaining a healthy state of mind…

At the point we take the first breath, our beliefs begin to shape our perceptions consciously from our environment. Beliefs come through our parents, siblings and our surroundings. They are shaped and formed into the landscape of our reality and as a result affect our imagination and behaviour. We build upon this landscape, testing as we go. We are constantly learning as we mimic behaviours, take our first steps and respond according to the reaction of our caregivers. If we cry we get a…