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Here are some simple suggestions for leading a happier life: Socially engage with people  Humans are social creatures. We’re meant to interact with others. One of the issues people complained about during the lockdowns was that they were unable to engage in...

Twenty percent of women and twelve percent of men report losing sleep because of time spent on their mobile phone. In women, these figures have increased by a multiple of 8 since 2005. The results come from a survey of 709 Australians in 2018. The answers were...

A study where researchers looked at over 8,000 websites found the following common assumptions about sleep: The top myth about sleep is that it is possible to get by on just five hours a night. This myth is not just wrong, it is also potentially dangerous to people’s...

Compassion is one way to make us stronger in the face of the challenges we face in life, even the seemingly vast ones that we see all around us today. Consider the guide below to examine your values: 1. I’d like to invite you to consider what’s present...

Self-esteem is defined as how we feel about ourselves and has to do with how we value ourselves. It has to do with almost all of the choices we make in life, from partners to jobs to choosing friends.  If you were raised in a dysfunctional family it is likely...

Too much sitting down is killing people and it is on the rise, according to the latest data. Inactivity is linked to a wide range of diseases including heart problems, obesity, diabetes and certain cancers. Getting up and moving about, though, is linked to less...

Recent research suggests that new and diverse experiences make people the happiest. People felt more positive emotions when they spent more time in locations that were novel to them. The boost to happiness was seen in increased brain activity in regions critical to...

New research has found that people who know more positive words relating to the emotions are likely to have better mental health and those who naturally use words like glad, joyful, gleeful, perky and jolly are also likely to be in better physical health and those who...

The holiday season is often a busy time with much to do, attend and plan, which can bring up feelings of being overwhelmed, anxious, stressed and depressed. Here are some tips bought to you by the Black Dog Institute to look after your wellbeing this holiday season....

Poor-quality sleep can quickly lead to reduced performance at work from reduced concentration, poor memory and diminished motivation, impaired judgment and irritability. Lack of sleep can also cause the body to crave high-calorie foods, potentially leading to weight...

Below are twelve strategies that you can use to control anger when you experience it: 1. Acknowledge That You Have a Problem If you find it difficult to manage your anger, the first thing you need to do is to be honest with yourself and acknowledge that you have a...

Improving self-esteem is a very personal journey. It's a key part of feeling happy within ourselves, and of feeling that we're succeeding in the things that matter to us. Positive self-esteem helps you to be yourself, handle adversity, and believe that you'll win...

1. Understanding Thought Awareness You're thinking negatively when you fear the future, put yourself down, criticize yourself for errors, doubt your abilities or expect failure. Negative thinking damages your confidence, harms your performance and paralyses your...

A massive 40% of workers say their jobs are very stressful. Such stress levels may be even higher for leaders and managers, who are typically burdened with more responsibilities. Whether you’re an employee picking up a pay-check, a manager leading a team or an...

Completely banishing stress from your life may never be an attainable goal. Nor, some would argue, should it be. If you consistently try your hardest and seek new endeavours, you will naturally feel challenged and sometimes even stressed. This is all part of personal...

While loneliness is a common human emotion, during the global coronavirus pandemic many of us are feeling acutely, severely alone — an extreme loneliness that we may never have experienced before. Whether you live alone or are sharing your space during lockdown, the...

EAP Assist Whistleblowing Service  EAP Assist provides an Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) compliant Whistleblower Service to help achieve resolutions & solutions for employees & organisations. This is a free addon service available...

You know those days when it feels as though life is kicking you in the teeth? You get an unexpected bill for hundreds of dollars. You lose concentration and back into a parked car. You have a fight with your partner. A relative keeps forwarding you conspiracy...

Take a time-out. Practice yoga, listen to music, meditate, get a massage, or learn relaxation techniques. Stepping back from the problem helps clear your head.Eat well-balanced meals. Do not skip any meals. Do keep healthful, energy-boosting snacks on...

Depression affects one’s cognitive, emotional, behavioural and physical functions. One of the most insidious aspects of depression is that it tricks you into thinking that nothing will help, or that the relief will be temporary, and it will keep you in a cycle of...

There are many stressors we face in life — from relationship problems and job issues to the uncertain state of the world. Whether it’s just a little stress or a big ball of panic in the pit of your stomach, learning how to calm down is essential for all of us. The...

There is a way to disagree with colleagues without ruining work relationships. Try these three tips: Dialogue, not hostility  Workplace conflicts can have severe negative impacts if not handled correctly. Work conflict has been linked to decreased...