WHEN OUT OF CONTROL, HOW DO YOU COPE?

WHEN OUT OF CONTROL, HOW DO YOU COPE?

Remaining grounded when our first instinct is to panic! Whether you’re facing everyday stress or devastating tragedy, when life feels like it is spinning out of control learning to cope begins with grounding ourselves physically, naming our feelings, and having the...
FEAR OF OTHER PEOPLES OPINIONS

FEAR OF OTHER PEOPLES OPINIONS

When approval becomes a trap.I was talking with a friend the other day. She has just taken on a new role in her workplace. She knows she needs to speak up more in meetings. She knows she doesn’t because she worries what people think of her. I thought that the opinions...
OUR BELIEFS AND HOW WE MAKE CHOICES

OUR BELIEFS AND HOW WE MAKE CHOICES

Decision-making is not only guided by practical considerations but also by our values, spiritual beliefs, and cultural background. Making decisions about our lives can be difficult. Whether it’s choosing a university, a career path, or a life partner, these important...
HOW DOES NATURE AFFECT YOUR MENTAL HEALTH

HOW DOES NATURE AFFECT YOUR MENTAL HEALTH

Common wisdom has always been that fresh air and sunshine are good for us. But what impact does spending time outside really have? Nature Play WA CEO, Kelsie Prabawa-Sear notes that we all feel better when we are outside, whether you’re a child or an adult. “When we...
THE LONELINESS ANTIDOTE

THE LONELINESS ANTIDOTE

We’ve all heard it: we are currently living through a “loneliness pandemic.” It sounds heavy, and it feels heavy. Even if your phone is blowing up with notifications, it’s still possible to feel like you’re drifting on an island. We talk to people every day who feel...