Spring cleaning your mind and body – part three

Our final part of spring cleaning your mind and body focuses on your physical health. Your physical health is also important when spring cleaning your life and learning to form new habits to stay healthy goes a long way to helping you feel energised, refreshed and rejuvenated for the summer. This is all about getting … Continue reading Spring cleaning your mind and body – part three

Spring cleaning your mind and body – part two

Being mindful of what you truly desire will allow you to clear out the unwanted mental clutter so that you can focus on what really matters to you. Spring time and leading into summer is the ideal time to set up new habits and let go of any self-doubt you may have about your life. … Continue reading Spring cleaning your mind and body – part two

Spring cleaning your mind and body – part one

As we draw to the end of spring in the southern hemisphere, it may be time to check in with yourself about how you are feeling – in mind, body and spirit. Spring is a time for clearing out space in your home, but did you consider using this time to reflect on what you … Continue reading Spring cleaning your mind and body – part one

Building community for your social health – part one

Loneliness can effect anyone even if you are in a group of people you know. As the holiday season approaches, loneliness seems to increase for some people. How well do you know your neighbours? What community groups or activities are you aware of in your local area? Over the years you may have discovered that … Continue reading Building community for your social health – part one

Managing Christmas Expectations – Part Two

In the lead up to the Christmas holiday season you may start to feel the pressure of having the perfect day lined up. Yet your idea of a perfect Christmas quite often differs from what someone else envisions. Christmas means different things to each of us, and we should not expect that everyone wants the … Continue reading Managing Christmas Expectations – Part Two

Have the conversation about mental health

October is about raising awareness of mental health and how it can impact on anyone at any time. `Have the conversation' is the theme of this year’s mental health awareness month. As October begins, it is a timely reminder to check in with your family, friends and conversation and start a genuine conversation about mental … Continue reading Have the conversation about mental health

RU Okay Day

Thursday 14 September 2023 is RU Okay day a day where people check in with each other and sure each other are okay. Of course, every day we should be checking in with those we care about or when we notice someone is not feeling okay. However, RU Okay day puts a focus on the … Continue reading RU Okay Day

Developing mindful self-compassion – part two

Understanding the connection between mindfulness and compassion is transformational in helping you to embrace your true self and each of your experiences with gratitude, appreciation and loving kindness. Mindful self-compassion does not mean you have to be filled with loving kindness twenty four seven either. What it means is that your awareness is loving, kind, … Continue reading Developing mindful self-compassion – part two

How cats are good for your wellbeing

Tuesday August 8 was international cat day, and it may come as no surprise that your furry feline bundle of fur is good for your physical, physiological and mental health. In fact scientific studies show that cats have a calming, relaxed effect on your wellbeing. Cat lovers will understand how the feeling of soft fur … Continue reading How cats are good for your wellbeing

Why it is important to take time out just for you

Self care is not being selfish. Everyone needs to prioritise their wellbeing otherwise they will eventually burn out. That is why a timeout is important. A time to reset, refresh and rejuvenate from life’s stressors. It is like hitting the reset button and starting again. No matter how busy you think you are, take a … Continue reading Why it is important to take time out just for you