Many Australians use substances recreationally: alcohol, illicit drugs, over the counter or prescription medications being used for non-medicinal purposes. Substance use disorder affects 3.3% of Australian adults every year. [1]
Written by Julie Meek V8 Supercar driving is a sport which requires 100% focus. In the words of legendary British racing driver Stirling Moss… It is necessary to relax your
At a recent national suicide prevention conference, we were challenged by the speaker to envision what we would like to see in mental health services in 2030. Sitting at a
It is now more widely known that 1 in 2 of us will experience a mental disorder during our lifetime, however it is not always known how young these issues
You may have seen one of the many blue painted trees that have been popping up across the vast Australian landscape. What is now an international movement began one night
The loss of a loved one to suicide devastates families and loved ones. Postvention is the support provided to those who are bereaved by suicide and includes a range of
Would you allow time off and a graduated return to work for an employee after a heart attack? Would you make adjustments to support an employee with a broken limb
How buoyant are you? Do you consider yourself to be resilient and strong? Do you thrive through challenges and bounce back from adversity? Do you engage positively with the blessings
During times of change, leaders can fall into the trap of simply communicating the WHAT is happening and WHEN it is happening of organisational change processes. This pragmatic approach often
Understanding children’s emotional development needs is important for parents, carers and teachers. We were invited to contribute to an article on helping children deal with their emotions in Twinkl’s article
“Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation…” Audre Lorde In addition to being connected with others, you need to have a connection with yourself. This connection brings us
Many of us recognise the importance of social relationships for ourselves and others. A sense of connection and belonging can be both stabilising and supportive. Yet making friends as an
Countdowns at this time of year abound; how many days left until Christmas; how many days until the end of the year; and a building focus on ‘how to make
Written by Michael Prince. How do you show up in new, challenging or uncertain situations? How might the simple practice of hospitality transform how you show up and what happens
Written by Julie Meek. I have tried a handful of times over the past twenty years to embark upon meditation. I have tried introductory courses several times and each time
People who experience low self-esteem and poor views of their body image can become obsessed with altering how they look, posing a risk for unhealthy behaviours regarding eating and exercising
When you visit your doctor, and run through your list of symptoms, you’re not likely to be thinking about how your doctor is feeling – about their mental health. Doctors’
Dating back to ancient times, connecting with the natural world has been a recommendation for boosting one’s wellbeing. There are many benefits from spending time in nature: It promotes positive
To develop a positive mental health culture, organisations need to acknowledge the issues, make commitments to improve their knowledge, and facilitate skill development to ensure that employees can take responsibility
In times of stress and anxiety people react in different ways. Some may prefer to process their feelings internally, whereas others look outwardly for support. When someone shares a problem
Written by Kelly Ho When a person is diagnosed with cancer, it impacts not only their life but also the ones they love. Upon the initial stages of finding out,
Many leaders report that they notice a change in the behaviour of employees, yet do not know how to talk about mental health issues openly and respectfully. Sometimes these leaders
It is essential when developing a culture of positive mental health and wellbeing, to work with leaders to develop their skills and confidence to recognise and appropriately respond to mental
Meditation uses a variety of techniques to help you quickly calm your body and mind. This can be done through a short spot meditation such as pausing and taking a
Responding to Mental Health Issues In The Workplace Essential to developing a culture of positive psychological wellbeing is a team of leaders with the skills and confidence to recognise and
Adjunct Professor Tracy Westerman, a proud Nyamal woman from the Pilbara region of Western Australia, recently shared with us her perspectives on mental health and wellbeing, and her work. Tracy’s
An Interview With Sophie Budd Sophie Budd is the chef and owner of Taste Budds Cooking Studio. She is passionate about teaching people to cook and feeding people! Her resume
An Interview With Tess And Locket Of Blossom Friendship Tasha interviewed Tess and Locket of Blossom Friendship who met while studying law at Murdoch University. Tess currently works at the
Written by Julie Meek. When I think of iron, I think of Popeye. The image that comes to mind is Popeye clutching his can of spinach and gulping it down
Written by Kelly Ho and Janet Stevens For some of us, we love nothing more than curling up with a good book, getting lost in stories; the characters’ lives, personalities
