The following recordings will give you an introduction to basic meditation. It includes an on-the-spot spot breathing meditation that you can practise and then use anywhere, anytime that you choose […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has created a tsunami of health, social and economic consequences. There is increased understanding that health includes both mental and physical health, with recognition of the trauma […]
Want to learn more about mental health and wellbeing but not sure where to start? There are a range of evidence-informed information and support services available. Check out the following: […]
Written by Kelly Ho and Tasha Broomhall Balance Many people cite non-monetary reasons for why they love their work. When they feel engaged they have satisfactory autonomy, a sense of […]
Ongoing, untreated stress can lead to mental health issues. What is stress? Stress is a condition or feeling experienced when a person perceives that demands exceed the personal and social […]
Do we need to stop talking about mental illness? When I first studied undergraduate psychology twenty years ago, mental illness was still a socially taboo subject. Then working as an […]
In this edition of the Blooming Minds eMag we focus on helping the helpers. As our workplaces increase attention on mental health and wellbeing, it’s critical that we focus on […]
The connections we have with others in terms of building positive relationships, as well as providing support in times of need, are fundamentally important to our mental health and wellbeing. […]
Following on from our recent interview with Katrina Walton, How Healthy are your Workplace Wellness Programs? Katrina outlines 8 tips for wellness programs when you’re operating with a tight budget. 1. Look for […]
The first Blooming Minds eMag for 2017 is out now! Our January edition is packed full of articles to help with your mental health at home, in the community and […]
An employer’s basic legal responsibility is to not discriminate against an employee because of mental illness and to provide reasonable workplace adjustments to support employees with mental illness. However, many managers […]
Ongoing Coping Strategies To finish off our series on stress begun earlier in the year we will discuss “ongoing” strategies to help with the everyday ebbs and flows that we […]
