Are You Feeling Insecure?
Hi KALMers, are you familiar with the term insecurity? Maybe you’ve heard other people say, “I’m insecure about my appearance” “I feel insecure about my work because it’s not perfect, should I not turn it in?” “I’m afraid to...
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What Really Happens in Counselling?
What pops up in KALMers’ mind when you hear the word ‘counselling’? Perhaps KALMers would think counseling is only for those who are very distressed. KALMers may also be afraid of being thought of as a crazy person if...
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The Many Benefits of Counseling
There Are So Many Benefits of Counseling, KALMers! We all experienced problems sometimes in life, no matter how big or small. When you have the smallest problem, if left untreated and ignored, it can potentially be a big problem...
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5 Steps to Healthy Emotional Boundaries With Our Friends
Are you familiar with the term emotional boundaries, KALMers? Let’s think for a bit: have you ever felt like your friends’ problems are your problems? They tell you about all the negative things in their lives like their annoying...
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New Dads’ Biggest Fears
Are some of you expecting to be new dads soon, KALMers? For a man, being a Dad is a big deal that requires proper consideration. Just as a marriage, having a child will not only add great happiness but...
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Crow: Cosplay, Anxiety Disorder, and Counseling
KALM: Hi KALMers, today KALM had the chance to interview one of Indonesian’s cosplayer, Crow, who is also a survivor of depression and anxiety disorder. Hi, Crow! Crow: Hello Can you tell us a bit about yourself? Hello, everyone!...
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Chasing Happiness
Happiness is felt when we receive or experience things that are good. Variations: enthusiastic, interested, determined, excited, amused, inspired, alert, active, strong, proud, attentive, happy, relaxed, cheerful, at ease, calm. Benefits: Good for physical and mental health, and interpersonal relationships. Potential...
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Anger: Engine for Change
Anger: An emotion that is felt when we perceive that we are being attacked, threatened, or treated unfairly. Variation: annoyed, impatient, furious Strengths: Helps us understand our limits, and push us to find solutions to our interpersonal conflicts. Drawbacks:...
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Saying Goodbye to Your Social Media Addiction!
Hey KALMers! What is your relationship like with social media? It’s normal these days for us to use our social media channels as our personal online diaries. We feel the pressure to post all of our activities on online...
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Dinka, The Adventure Queen with ADHD: From New Zealand to Kenya
In this occasion, KALM had the opportunity to interview a very special guest called Radinka Basuki or affectionately known as Dinka. She was diagnosed with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) since in the first year of primary school. However, Dinka...
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