Mindfulness on the go: Integrating mindful awareness into daily activities Research has consistently shown that mindfulness practice has a positive impact on psychological health, with numerous therapeutic benefits including reduced symptoms of depression, stress, anxiety and chronic pain. While many of us recognise the benefits of mindfulness and strive to live more consciously, we don’t
How to stay sane while juggling work, kids and home-learning: Tips for working parents As we continue to adjust to a new way of living, parents are now faced with the added challenge of school closures, which means their children are now learning from home. For working parents, this challenge is further compounded, as there
Nurture your child’s mental health during school closures: practical tips for parents This week has seen more and more children staying home from school, which has created a new challenge for parents who have previously never considered home-learning and are not sure what it entails and how to do it. Each child will react differently
Coping with uncertainty: Taking care of your mental health during the Coronavirus pandemic As creatures of habit we thrive on routine and structure. Our need for order and stability stems back to our early development, whereby a predictable environment helps us feel more settled and secure in the world, and an absence of certainty creates
The benefits of a digital detox We depend on our mobile phones, email and the internet for so many of our daily activities that it can be difficult to function without them. Indeed, we may find ourselves panicking when our devices are not at hand. There is no denying the benefit and convenience of modern
Coping Strategies for Christmas Christmas is usually advertised as a time of celebration and enjoyment. The “festive season” is associated with social gatherings, excitement, and the giving and receiving of gifts. For many people, Christmas holds fun memories that they are keen to recreate each year, with friends and family. But for others Christmas can
When to take a mental health dayMental health issues are one of the most common forms of illness in Australia with 3 million of us currently living with anxiety or depression alone. But it’s not just our personal lives that are affected by mental health. It’s our work and careers, too.A recent report conducted by
How to eat your way to happinessBefore you thoughtlessly scoff your next burger and fries, pause to think about how it might affect your mood. Studies led by Deakin University Associate Professor Felice Jacka show that people consuming food and drinks high in sugar and sodium are more likely to develop mental health conditions such