Malaysia's 2025 healthcare: While people are more health-conscious, mental health should not be excluded - Feng Shui expert
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"After the global impact of Covid-19, it's no surprise that the population has become more health-conscious, especially regarding infectious diseases and general physical well-being," he said.
He said that Malaysia's healthcare system will also experience both challenges and advancements despite becoming more health-conscious, emphasising the importance to remain the focus on mental health.
"The Water element, which governs emotions, mental clarity and overall psychological well-being, is weakened this year," he said, which will result in heightened stress levels, anxiety and general mental fatigue.
Feng Shui practitioner Yap said that there is a lot of room for improvement in the mental health infrastructure, beginning with the cultivation of heightened awareness around mental health issues. "Though it has increased in recent years, access to professional mental health care remains limited in some areas. In 2025, addressing this gap could prove to be vital," he said.
Elaborating further, he said that with the weakening of the Water element which governs emotions and mental clarity, it is vital that mental health is made top priority, especially considering the stresses of the pandemic and the increasing pace of modern life that people are going through.
Feng Shui practitioner Joey Yap, also Thriver's Guide author.
"It is essential to find ways to manage stress and maintain mental balance," he said, further suggesting preventive measures such as regulating relaxation in between daily affairs, social connections, exercising, practicing mindfulness and seeking spiritual guidance.
"These aspects are often neglected and can lead to further health detriments down the line," he concluded.
