The Layla blog

Mental Health First Aid training teaches practical skills to recognize signs of mental distress and support someone in a caring, informed way. This article explains what the training involves, how it works, and why it can make a meaningful difference in everyday life and community wellbeing.

ADHD and anxiety can intensify each other, making stress feel personal, urgent, and overwhelming. This guide explains why the brain reacts this way and introduces two science-backed Perspective Levers that help create distance, calm emotional intensity, and restore clarity.

Therapy can be transformative, but what actually makes it effective goes beyond any single technique or session. This article explores the key ingredients of successful therapy, from trust and connection to collaboration, consistency, and active engagement. Learn what to look for in your own healing journey.

This article explores how caring for yourself supports both your well-being and your connection with your child, offering compassionate insight and practical strategies for balance.

Procrastination is more than poor time management—it’s a complex response shaped by emotion, brain chemistry, and mental health. This guide breaks down the neuroscience behind procrastination and offers practical, compassionate strategies to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

How we make decisions affects our confidence, relationships, and sense of direction — but most of us aren’t taught how to do it well. This article explores different decision-making styles and offers supportive insights to help you find greater balance, clarity, and alignment with your values.