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10 ways you can express gratitude to others
Dr. Dinesh Palipana
Dr. Dinesh Palipana

10 ways you can express gratitude to others

The practice of gratitude has been associated with a number of benefits in various studies. These can include greater life satisfaction, improved problem-solving skills, resilience, and even changes to the brain.

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What is gratitude and how to practise it?
Dr. Dinesh Palipana
Dr. Dinesh Palipana

What is gratitude and how to practise it?

Gratitude may have societal benefits, including increased cohesion, and an increased sense of wellbeing for the giver of gratitude, as well as the receiver.

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How to communicate effectively at work: 5 tips to success
Dr. Rob McCartney
Dr. Rob McCartney

How to communicate effectively at work: 5 tips to success

Communication seems simple, right? You just pass information from one person to another. But we’ve all been there when things go sideways. The truth is, communication isn’t always a straight line. It’s not just about facts and figures; it involves opinions, emotions, and relationships.

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How to handle conflict in the workplace
Dr. Rob McCartney
Dr. Rob McCartney

How to handle conflict in the workplace

Let’s face it: Conflict at work is inevitable. When you bring people together with different personalities, experiences, and ideas, disagreements are bound to happen. In fact, about 25% of employees say they deal with conflict at work regularly.

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Is end of year burnout real? Here's how to get through the season.
Dr. Rob McCartney
Dr. Rob McCartney

Is end of year burnout real? Here's how to get through the season.

The end of the year is a lot to deal with. There are endless social events for work, school, friends, family and hobby groups. There are work commitments to wrap up and colleagues preparing to take leave or managing coverage for others taking leave.  For anyone involved in education, either with children (or themselves) in school, teaching or university, there are assignments, exams or grading.

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Neurodivergence and Christmas: How to feel your best socialising
Dr. Rob McCartney
Dr. Rob McCartney

Neurodivergence and Christmas: How to feel your best socialising

The Christmas period can be overwhelming for anyone, but for people who are neurodivergent there are some special challenges. Neurodivergence is a broad group and everyone has their own frustrations. That’s why we’ve put together some tips to help ease stress and overwhelm, so the season can feel merry for everyone.”

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Burnout recovery: steps on the path to feeling better after being burnt out

Burnout recovery: steps on the path to feeling better after being burnt out

Feeling burnt out? We look at the stages of burnout and what burnout recovery looks like

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Feeling the stress? 10 ways to lower your cortisol levels

Feeling the stress? 10 ways to lower your cortisol levels

You may have heard of cortisol as a hormone that peaks when you are stressed. But that's not all it does. It has many functions like helping you wake up in the morning, maintaining blood pressure, supporting immune function, and keeping the body's anti-inflammatory processes under wraps.

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Your healthy habits cheat sheet
Gabbie Watt
Gabbie Watt

Your healthy habits cheat sheet

Building healthy habits doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Science shows that small, consistent changes lead to lasting results.

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5 herbs that may calm a racing mind

5 herbs that may calm a racing mind

Tired of the mental rollercoaster? Mother Nature has your back! Discover the top 5 herbs recommended by Naturopath Ebody Nash to help calm a racing mind.

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Understanding the different types of stress

Understanding the different types of stress

Feeling the pressure lately? You’re not alone. We all experience stress, but did you know it’s actually a natural response designed to help us cope with challenges?

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The effects of stress on digestion: listen to what your tummy is telling you

The effects of stress on digestion: listen to what your tummy is telling you

Are your gut symptoms a little hard to stomach? Stress could be the cause. From tummy cramps to backed-up bowels, stress can impact your digestion in many ways.

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How gratitude contributes to happiness
Dr. Dinesh Palipana
Dr. Dinesh Palipana

How gratitude contributes to happiness

In a world that moves at an overwhelming pace, it can be great to take a moment to reflect and be grateful for what we have.

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How routines can help you achieve your health goals

How routines can help you achieve your health goals

Having some structure in your life can help you to achieve your health goals. Although we’re all individuals, we’re still human. And humans are creatures of habit.

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9 tips to improve your focus and be more productive

9 tips to improve your focus and be more productive

Productivity isn’t actually about doing all the things. And when you do try to follow that misguided version of productivity, it can lead to exhaustion and burnout. Try these 9 tips instead!

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Why is mental wellbeing important, and how can I help improve mine?

Why is mental wellbeing important, and how can I help improve mine?

Sleep affects both our mental and physical wellbeing, but it’s often the first thing we sacrifice when we’re busy and stressed. Discover what else affects mental wellness, and how to help improve yours.

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What causes stress and how do you deal with it?

What causes stress and how do you deal with it?

Can you recognise the effects of stress on your body? Here’s what you need to know about the short-term and long-term effects of stress, and how we can reduce them.

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Overcoming adversity: how to cruise through life's challenges

Overcoming adversity: how to cruise through life's challenges

Overcoming adversity is an important life skill. We asked Consultant Psychologist Dr Bec Jackson to give us some practical tips. Here’s what she said…

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8 productivity tips to work smarter, not harder, and decimate your to-do list

8 productivity tips to work smarter, not harder, and decimate your to-do list

There’s an immense pressure to perform – in work, life and in your family – to get through your to-do list. Here are some tips that will help you to make that happen.

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Tunes to get your healthy on

Tunes to get your healthy on

Enjoy three playlists created especially for you while we take a deeper look at how music can be good for you and your health

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How to use a weighted blanket to bring calm to your life

How to use a weighted blanket to bring calm to your life

How to use a weighted blanket to help reduce stress and improve sleep. Find out more...

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What exactly is a ‘healthy’ work-life balance?

What exactly is a ‘healthy’ work-life balance?

Dr Bronwyn Coward provides expert advice on what a healthy work-life balance is and how to make it happen in your life.

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Ever tried a mindfulness colouring book to help you relax?

Ever tried a mindfulness colouring book to help you relax?

Try replacing mindless screen time with a mindfulness colouring book. Learn why colouring might be better for you.

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Why you need gratitude affirmations in your life

Why you need gratitude affirmations in your life

Gratitude affirmations may have positive effects on our lives – and they may be easier than you think! Here’s how…

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