Human brains are naturally wired to notice negatives. It’s a survival mechanism, helping us identify and avoid threats to our safety so, it is important to be aware of problematic red flag behaviours that can signal trouble in any partnership.

When so many tragic stories are covered daily in the news and across social media, it can be overwhelming. Conversation about these difficult topics can lead to arguments, causing serious rifts in families, between friends and across communities. How can anyone cope and feel any sense of positive possibility when being bombarded by such information?

There are times when everything in our life and in the world feels very heavy and dark. In troubled times, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed and hopeless. This is a natural cycle for humans, in part because our species wreaks havoc and creates terrible circumstances. It’s also true that our brains are designed to focus on scanning for danger and threats, so we notice all the negatives.