Mental health
Grieving Your Mother on Mother’s Day
The second Sunday of May is Mother’s Day. If you have a Mother, this can be a special day to show her how much you love her and appreciate her. But what if your Mother has passed away, or you are struggling to become a mother yourself, or as a mother, you have lost…
Read More12 Days of Christmas – Self Care
Christmas is supposed to be the season to be merry but for many of us it is a season of stress and anxiety. It can also be a time of loneliness particularly if you have recently lost a loved one or your loved one is away. It is also a time of shopping for…
Read MoreWomen’s Health – how are you?
During Women’s Health Week (6 – 10 September 2021), it’s important to remember that we not just focus on our physical health, but also pay close attention to our mental health. As the first ever Director General of the World Health Organisation once said, “without mental health there can be no true physical health.” …
Read MoreHow to Reclaim your Life after Childhood Sexual Abuse
What do you remember about your childhood? Do you have happy memories? Did you feel loved, secure, protected and innocent? For many adults, their memories and experiences of their childhood are very different, and these experiences can have a long-lasting effect for the rest of their lives. According to the Australian Bureau of…
Read More9 Tips for Dealing with Stress and Anxiety
Many of us are juggling work, family and other commitments every day, so it’s no wonder so many people are feeling stressed and anxious. I know it can be difficult, but it can be so beneficial for both your physical and mental health to slow down and try to set time aside for yourself each…
Read More7 TIPS TO HELP YOU DECIDE IF YOU SHOULD SEE A COUNSELLOR
Everyone experiences challenges at some stage in their life. While you can talk to your family and friends, it is often easier to talk to a professional counsellor. For many people, just having someone to talk to and be listened to, in a confidential, safe, supportive and non-judgemental environment is extremely helpful. So, if…
Read MoreHow to look after your mental health at Christmas
It has been an “annus horribilis” year and with Christmas now upon us, there are more challenges and emotions to deal with. While many people enjoy this time of year, for many it brings more pressure on our time and money, while others experience loneliness and grief. This time of year is proven to increase…
Read MoreMenopause and Mental Health
As women, and as a society in general, we openly talk about breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and even periods, but how often do you see menopause spoken about in the media, day to day conversations, and on social media? Even in 2020, menopause still seems to be a taboo subject. Surely, we’ve moved on from…
Read MoreThe 5 Senses Guide to Practicing Mindfulness
Whether you’re feeling uneasy about world events, you’re busy running around after everyone else, or you’re stressed about finances, relationships or work, there is one age-old practice you can introduce to your day to help you find some calm and collect your thoughts. One of the best ways to relax into the present moment is…
Read MoreOpportunity in change: how to make the most of disruption
In times of disruption, turmoil and chaos, it’s hard to accept that change can be as good as a holiday and that variety is the spice of life. Now more than ever with the current COVID-19 health scares and economic instability, I know many people are feeling unsure, frightened and angry at the change that…
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