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The Benefits of Identifying and Using VIA Strengths in Everyday Life
Have you ever thought about the qualities that make you uniquely You? When we know what makes us tick, life becomes much easier to navigate, and we can put our efforts into doing more of what works well.
Building Wellbeing: The Role of PERMA in Disability
Living with a disability presents unique challenges that can impact an individual's mental and emotional well-being. However, the field of positive psychology offers a fresh perspective by focusing on strengths, resilience, and personal growth.
Sleep smarter, Live better: What’s the connection between quality sleep and better emotional health?
Welcome to our guide on achieving a restful night's sleep through effective sleep hygiene practices. Here we’ll take a look at the relationship between sleep and emotional health and offer practical tips to enhance your sleep hygiene for mental health and wellbeing.
Experiencing stress overload? Try these 7 scientifically proven ways to help reduce its impact.
In today's fast-paced world, stress can really take a toll on our physical and mental well-being. But don't worry, there's hope! Researchers have studied stress management and have discovered some great strategies that can significantly reduce its impact on our lives.
Have you ever wondered why spending time outdoors is so good for your mental health?
Amidst the hustle and bustle of today's digital age, it's common to feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, and various mental health challenges. But there's a powerful remedy waiting for us in nature.
Can you create more ways to successfully support diversity and inclusion?
Living with a disability introduces unique challenges, but it doesn't diminish the potential for a fulfilling and meaningful life. We'll delve into strategies, both personal and communal, to promote a life well-lived and we discuss how carers and families can support their loved ones in a way that fosters independence.
Can we talk about what it’s really like to be a Carer?
Being a Carer is hard work, it’s meaningful, but not easy. Those of us that have been lifelong Carers to disability, mental illness or aging loved ones could probably write the guide book on it - if only we had the support for ourselves.
Why practising Gratitude before bedtime may help you sleep better
Getting a good night’s sleep is a must for your mental health, wellbeing and resilience but if you’re a problem sleeper, it’s not as easy as it seems. A recent review suggests sleep is more complex than we think.
Carers, do you have a plan to protect your mental wellbeing?
Thankfully, researchers from The South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute have created a program to help you build a tailored plan, with a mobile app that you can take anywhere.
How positive memories help us deal with present day stress.
Every time I go to visit my mum, I spend time in the hallway looking at the photo gallery and recalling the good old days. It gives me a real buzz and when I’m feeling stressed it helps…a lot.
Could improving your wellbeing be a walk in the park?
Exposure to nature not only improves our psychological wellbeing for everyday stressors, attentional demands and good mental health but it also reduces harmful environmental effects.
Can social intelligence increase your connect-ability and resilience?
Social Intelligence - Before we dive into why and how to do it, let’s do some myth busting about community participation and social relationships.