6 Ways Seniors Can Boost Their Social Life
by As we age, we tend to get passive, which harms both our health and our social lives. However, even if you live alone and have only a few or no friends at all, there are still a few ways you can […]
Well-Being
Senior Lifestyle Living & Support Systems Make For A Better Life
by Twelve months into retirement has been an enlightening experience. My world has changed, better than expected. At first I was cautious, as it seemed to me that the general perception, if you strive long enough in the work force you will […]
The Warning Signs Every Parent Should Look Out For
by Psychology startup, ‘Speak Teen’ has launched a pioneering new service designed to prevent and treat mental illness in young people. Led by Davina Donovan and supported by the Australian government’s Medicare Better Access Scheme, the teen coaching offering provides virtual or […]
#SheReads Catch A Falling Star
by Catch A Falling Star: A Sort of True Story About Growing Up A Little- By Katie M Little In 1974 Jeanne Little burst into the living rooms of millions of households across Australia with her first appearance on The Mike Walsh Show […]
Gratitude- The Key To Health & Happiness
by Studies have shown that regularly practising gratitude through journaling can make you more successful, healthier and increase your happiness by up to 25 percent. With World Gratitude Day on 21 September there’s never been a better time to pick up a […]
50? You’ll Be Right!
by When you get to half a century, you start to take stock of your life. If you’d asked me at 20 what made me happy, I would’ve said Sunday Sessions and black Russians. (The drink. Not the men.) If you’d […]
The Happiness Curve – Why Your Midlife Isn’t A Crisis
by If you’re in your 40s, you may have noticed a slump in your happiness. Perhaps you’re feeling a bit restless, or disappointed in how things turned out. It’s not depression — and it’s not a mid-life crisis, either — just a […]
Hiking As A Potent Way To Mindfulness
by An occasional hike in the green outdoors is the perfect prescription for a healthy body and spirit. The research has shown that a mere 30 minutes among the wild greenery, surrounded by nothing but chirping birds and rustling leaves, boosts the […]
Robin Bailey On Men’s Health
by Last week was Men’s Health Week. As a wife and mother to three sons who are all now in their 20’s I take a particular interest in men’s health. It was with sadness and empathy that I listened to the brave […]
Teenage Girls On Diet’s Point To Bigger Issues
by Teenage girls who diet are more likely to engage in other health-compromising behaviours, including smoking, binge drinking, and skipping breakfast, according to a study by Canada’s University of Waterloo. The study found that, compared to girls who were not dieting at […]
5 Simple Ways To Give Back To The Community
by Giving back to the community is not as hard and time consuming as it sounds. Any small act is better than none, why not try one of the below? 1- Buy a Bale of Hay for a struggling farmer. For as […]
How Expressive Arts Therapy Helps Women During Life Changes
by Expressive therapy, otherwise called expressive arts therapy, utilises the idea of inventive arts for example music, move, dramatisation, and composing as a type of emotional and physical therapy. The most vital idea obsolete of expressive therapy is that utilising the inspiration […]
The Loneliness Epidemic Can Be Cured
by As we edge into the Australian winter months, it often means extended time spent indoors and for many, a feeling or sense of loneliness. In 2001 Robert Putman published a best seller “Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of American Community” […]
Smart Phone Apps and Wearables Used to Predict Mental Health Disorders
by Increasingly popular smart phones and wearables can be used to help clinicians identify early warning signs of common mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety and stress and monitor the success of treatment. Used by millions of Australians every day, new […]
5 Pieces of Advice from Oprah
by Oprah Winfrey addressed the graduating students of the University of Southern California’s Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism last week, delivering a speech that apparently rivalled the one she made at the Golden Globes back in January. Her advice while addressed to the graduates […]
Allison Baden-Clay’s Legacy Lives On With Griffith Partnership
by The Allison Baden-Clay Foundation is working with Griffith University to partner on the MATE Bystander Program to continue to promote the prevention of Domestic and Family Violence. The program will be impactful, weaving Allison’s story throughout and encouraging the recipients to […]
Free Music Therapy For Brisbane Residents Living With Dementia
by Dementia Australia invites Brisbane locals living with dementia and their carers to attend free Music Therapy Activity Groups to help encourage social interaction and build connections. Facilitated by a qualified music therapist, the music therapy classes held in May and June […]
Arts and Minds 2018- Start The Conversation
by Most of us know someone who has struggled with mental health, be it themselves, a family member, friends or workmates and until recently it was a difficult topic to broach. Thankfully, times are changing and speaking about mental health is no […]
The Five Best Free Ways to Practice Self-Care
by Self-care has become a major talking point, with the issue of making ourselves a priority an important aspect to our overall wellbeing. Self-care is extremely valuable to help avoid burnout and the feeling of being constantly overwhelmed. The best part is […]
The Healing Powers Of Crystals
by 1. How can crystals be used for healing? Crystals have been used for their powerful healing properties for thousands of years. At an atomic level, our universe is in a constant state of vibration. Crystals emit high frequency vibrations and are […]