Category Archives: Heart
Become Mindful4Life with me!
Today marks the start of my favourite “challenge”- Mindful In May (MIM). This will be the third time I have participated in MIM and the benefits for me have been noticeable, significant and sustained. For example, I find it much … Continue reading
Emotional intelligence series: Unlocking your realm of influence
As many of my loyal readers would know by now, I work as a Psychologist for most days of the week. Part of my role involves providing support to employees of various organisations around Australia, for any work-related or personal … Continue reading
Do yourself a favour – get to Ghost Hill Road!
I have just returned from a blissful weekend away at Ghost Hill Road retreat in Bilpin, just shy of 2 hours’ drive from Sydney. I am feeling super relaxed and grateful for the experience, and so decided to honour this … Continue reading
Emotional Intelligence Series: Owning your Feelings
In case you haven’t worked it out yet, I love my dog Charlie. He has completely changed my life. Rather than bore you with the soppy details again, you can read more about him here. As I walked into the … Continue reading
Perfectly imperfect
I’ve been working on being less perfect lately. Of course I’m being silly, I’m nowhere near perfect, but this hasn’t stopped me from striving for perfectionism in the past. For example, I recently obtained 97% on a test that I … Continue reading
National Psychology Week: Nurturing your relationships
National psychology week aims to increase public awareness of how psychology can help people and communities lead healthier, happier and more meaningful lives. One of the most common issues that people seek support from a Psychologist for is relationships. Just … Continue reading
National Psychology Week: Think Well, Be Well
The 9th – 15th of November marks national psychology week in Australia. The initiative aims to increase public awareness of how psychology can help people and communities lead healthier, happier and more meaningful lives. Have you ever examined the way … Continue reading
National Psychology Week: Workplace Wellness
As part of National Psychology Week (9th to 15th November), the Australian Psychological Society (APS) conducted a stress survey on 1,548 Aussie adults and found the following: Almost half of working adults experience stress as a result of workplace issues … Continue reading
National Psychology Week
The 9th – 15th of November marks National Psychology Week (NPW) in Australia. What is the objective of NPW? From the Australian Psychological Society (APS) website: “The focus for National Psychology Week 2014 this year will be helping Australians to … Continue reading
Lessons learned from puppy
1. Throw yourself whole-heartedly into things that bring you joy 2. Find a way to play or do something you love every day: it’s the difference between existing and living 3. Prioritise sleep: it gives you the energy you need … Continue reading
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