Positive psychology is a field of science that studies human wellbeing, strengths, and the factors that help people thrive in life. Instead of focusing only on problems, challenges, or difficulties, positive psychology also explores what works well in people, relationships, and communities. A key idea in positive psychology is that a good life is not […]
Author: Kimmo Korhonen
What are Self-Management Skills?
Abilities at the core of personal development help individuals manage their own actions, thinking,and emotions more effectively. These self-direction skills enable a balanced life and success inprofessional careers. The ability to guide one’s own actions, set goals, manage time, recognize andregulate emotions, and reflect on one’s own behavior form an entity that crucially impacts well-beingand […]
A Strengths-Based Approach – Towards Wellbeing and Growth
A strengths-based approach means seeing a person as a whole – not only through challenges, support needs, or areas for development, but above all through their strengths, abilities, and potential. A strengths-based mindset recognizes that every person has unique skills, interests, and resources that can be used to support learning, work, and everyday life. The […]
Have you found effective ways to set boundaries at work and detach from it?
Imagine a moment when you feel completely present in the here and now. Your workday has goneaccording to plan, no unexpected challenges have appeared, and you have been able to focus onwhat truly matters. You leave work at work and still have time and energy for hobbies, family, andfriends. The situation described above is ideal, […]
Adult ADHD: Treatment Options and Their Comparison
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects anindividual’s ability to focus, manage impulses, and maintain organization. Although ADHD is oftenassociated with childhood, it can continue into adulthood and present in different ways. Adult ADHDmay appear as difficulties with concentration, forgetfulness, time-management challenges, andimpulsive behavior. Many adults also experience restlessness and difficulties […]
What are your time thieves?
Time is a valuable resource. During holidays, many people especially appreciate the absence of rush and having time for thethings that matter to them. After returning to everyday life, it is good to pause and reflect on howyou use your time so that the wish for a slower pace and spending time on meaningful things […]
How Can One Study to Become a Neurodiversity Coach?
What is the Role of a Neurodiversity Coach? A neurodiversity coach (also sometimes called a nepsy or neuropsychiatric coach) serves as a vital support system for individuals with neuropsychiatric traits. Their role is to help clients identify their unique strengths and develop practical strategies for managing everyday challenges. Neurodiversity coaching centers on individualized guidance, prioritizing […]
“A full 5 out of 5 for Oppiko’s Neurodiversity Coach Training!”
Carolina Mikkonen completed the Oppiko Neurodiversity Coach Training and gives it a full 5/5 rating. According to Carolina, what made the training exceptional was its highly comprehensive content, the wide range of outstanding experts and guest speakers with lived experience, its excellent organization and delivery, the extensive knowledge and practical skills it provided for working […]
“The trainers were there alongside us – even though the training was fully online!”
Merja Keskitalo enrolled in Oppiko’s Neurodiversity Coach Training to update her knowledge of neurodiversity and further develop her professional skills. One of the key reasons she chose Oppiko was a clear requirement she had from the start: “The training had to be fully online.” It was also important that the schedule for the live online […]
“I had no idea just how meaningful this training would become!”
Pinja Larme lives in Anchorage, Alaska, where she works at a local elementary school. She currently holds the record as the Oppiko Neurodiversity Coach Training participant living the farthest from Finland. The straight-line distance between Jyväskylä and Anchorage is approximately 6,300 kilometres (3,900 miles)! Before enrolling, Pinja had spent quite some time comparing different coaching […]