The Cyan Project

Error in our decision making! Decision Making is part of life. We make decisions every day, every moment and sometimes every hour. These decisions vary from a simple decision like deciding what to eat or what to wear to more complex decisions like how to deal with problematic clients or what career to pursue! How do you make decisions? Do you take into account all the evidence and facts that are there? Do you make decisions based on your gut feeling or intuition? Do you let your emotions decide for you? Do you think through each decision? Do you rush through them? We often find ourselves making decisions based on our emotions or gut feeling. Sometimes our decisions are influenced by our peers. At times to make sense of the situation, we often just look at one side of the situation (usually the one that is congruent with our beliefs and values) and overlook the other part. Often, we find it difficult to make well-balanced, well-thought-of rational decisions. Think about an important dec...

“I suppose it is tempting, if the only tool you have is a hammer, to treat everything as if it were a nail.” -Abraham Maslow We encounter problems everyday and everybody can benefit from having a good plan to overcome them.   Some of these problems are obviously more severe or complex than others. Problem solving is the act of defining a problem; determining the cause of the problem; identifying, prioritizing, and selecting alternatives for a solution; and implementing a solution. Planning and structuring well makes process of problem solving more successful.  Here is a step by step breakdown of how you can easily solve a problem: 1. Identify the problem    "A problem well stated is a problem half solved." -John Dewey Define the problem i.e. what exactly is that you want to solve What are the causes What are the possible maintaining factor Is it situation specific? 2. Break it down into smaller steps and decide which part do you want to work on first Break down ...

We all have been in a situation when we felt o verpowered by our thoughts. We draw negative conclusions from these thoughts which weren't necessarily true. The idea that you can’t always control what happens to you, but you can control how you react to it. We start by understanding that it is in our own power to see a situation through a different perspective.  Reframing is simply coming up with different interpretation of an event or experience. It is a part of cognitive behavioural therapy which helps you to change the way you perceive an event or experience therefore change the way you feel about it. It may seem overwhelmingly difficult to change your own ways of thinking, it is actually comparable to any other skill, it is hard when you first begin, but with practice, you will find it easier and easier to challenge and reframe your own negative thoughts and beliefs. Use these 6 steps to reframe your thoughts: 1. Write down the situation Describe the situation you are in which ...

It can be difficult to prioritize your task and you may feel overwhelmed and confused  when you are unable to complete your work in time.  In this article we will talk about 3 methods that will help you prioritize and plan out your day better:  Time blocking method  Time blocking simply means planning your day in advance  Allot specific hours to specific task This will help you to determine in advance what exactly you want to accomplish  Write down the task details in your to-do list/calendar - write specific date and time  Block out proactive and reactive block  Proactive block: Proactive blocks are when you focus on important tasks that you must get done. Reactive block:  Reactive blocks are when you allow time for requests and interruptions. Most important task (MIT) method MIT method is basically about focussing on what's important at the moment  Write down 3 tasks that are most important and focus only on these tasks Emphasis...

“Anything that’s human is mentionable, and anything that is mentionable can be more manageable. When we can talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary.”  -Fred Rogers Contrary to popular beliefs, you do not have to be the brink of meltdown to seek therapy. Life is difficult enough and we shouldn’t expect that we have to go through it all on our own. You have just booked your first appointment for therapy session but you are not really sure how it works or what you want to gain through it. You are not sure if you even need therapy or will this solve the problem you are facing.  In this article I'll try to address these concerns and provide you a brief introduction about what really happen in therapy.  Your first meeting will be different from your future visits. The thought of opening up to a stranger can be intimidating. Your first session would primarily be about establishing a rapport. It is important that you feel comfortable...

Tapping into your inner world of emotions Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) is an alternate form of therapy which makes use of tapping or acupressure to reduce emotional and physical pain. According to Gary Craig (who developed this technique), tapping different parts of the body helps balance energy and reduces distress. This technique of tapping is derived from the Chinese technique of acupressure. Acupressure combined with modern psychology resulted in the development of EFT. Tapping with the fingertips on specific meridian endpoints of the body, while focusing on negative emotions or physical sensations, helps to calm the nervous system, rewire the brain to respond in healthier ways, and restore the body’s balance of energy. Tapping emphasizes on using mind-body connection. It takes into account the fact that physical and mental wellbeing are connected and interrelated. It emphasizes the connection between physical pain and emotional states. EFT is based on the concept of tapping e...

How positive self-talk can do wonders in your life…. There is a voice inside our head which has a huge impact on you and the way you live your life. We are in constant dialogue with ourselves. This dialogue ranges from basic instruction such as how to plan a day to more complex scenarios and dilemmas we face every day. Self-talk is the internal narrative that we hold about ourselves. Self-talk is often a mix of our conscious and unconscious thoughts and beliefs that we hold about ourselves and the world around us. Self-talk can be both positive and negative. Do you hear yourself criticizing your actions? Do you hear yourself saying that “You can do this”? These are examples of negative self-talk. The negative self-talk is based on our preconceived notions that “you are not good enough”, “life is difficult”, “people are not trustworthy.” Let’s focus on positive self-talk. Positive self-talk motivates and encourages you to become better at things, do your work, and helps you become more ...

So many articles, posts, info-graphics, videos, posters recommend sharing and talking to someone as a suggestion or advice when it comes to thoughts plaguing your mind, or when there is a feeling of unwell. But did it ever occur to you why Talking with someone can be helpful? Let's consider an example, Senorita is a 50-year-old woman who works as a nurse. She is a mother of two 18 and 12-year-old daughters and looks after her ailing mother. Her job profile, two teenagers running rampant, and caring for an elder in the house keeps her busy so much that despite being tired, she is unable to fall in a deep sleep. One day, during her 15-minute break in the hospital, found her talking to a fellow nurse. They incidentally talked about their issues. On hearing Senoritas side of the story, the colleague squeezed her hand. That day Senorita somehow reached home, finished all her duties, and sat with her daughters and mother laughing. In this story, Senorita merely shared her st...