We all experience anger at times in our lives. Whether it be a moment of annoyance or full-blown rage. Anger is a normal human emotion that we cannot avoid.

Stress and anxiety can often be mistaken due to producing similar physiological and emotional responses such as increased heart rate, rapid breathing, sweaty palms, headaches, tenseness of muscles, and feelings of uneasiness.

Music has the ability to bring us joy and comfort, to motivate us and to help us relax. It has the power to transport us back in time, to calm our worried minds or boost our moods. There really is a song for every emotion.

Having a good work life balance involves being able to manage your time evenly between work and activities outside of work. Outside of work activities can include hobbies, maintaining relationships, family responsibilities and any interests outside of work. Work life balance can be tricky to achieve and maintain – especially now with technology making emails and work more accessible, but also because of COVID-19 and people having to work from home.

So what is perfectionism? Is it a bad thing to strive for perfectionism? Perfectionism is best defined by the need to be and appear to be unflawed and perfect. This could be in one aspect of life such as work or could be across different aspects of one’s life. Perfectionism is often viewed as a positive trait, but with perfectionism can come some negative consequences too.

When we experience stress, out breathing pattern changes. We typically take smaller and more shallow breaths using our shoulders rather than our diaphragm. This style of breathing is associated with the onset of the flight or fight response which leaves us feeling keyed up and anxious.

With Victoria plunging into yet another lockdown late last week, many of us are feeling the confusion and frustration of these uncertain times. Along with this comes the constant barrage of news and media updates which can leave us feeling overwhelmed and anxious.

Sweaty palms, short sharp shallow breaths, heart beating out of your chest and feeling dizzy. From time to time, we have all felt the symptoms of a panic attack. But what actually is a panic attack? 

Grounding strategies are a type of mindfulness and are important because it allow one to be present in the moment, re-organise thoughts and to bring oneself into a calmer mental and physiological state. There are two types of grounding techniques, Mental grounding and Physical grounding.

Supporting a friend with an eating disorder can be challenging, but it can make a big difference to their recovery. Friends and family often play a large role in helping their loved one overcome an eating disorder. However, before you act it is important to understand some key facts about eating disorders and effective ways of helping them. Eating disorders are not always just about food…

There is no doubt that the internet can be a valuable resource for kids. It can be used to research school projects, easily communicate with teachers and peers, stay connected with family and friends and play interactive games that foster imagination and promote problem solving skills. 

However, internet use amongst children and adolescents also comes with many risks, including, easy access to inappropriate content, cyberbullying and online predators. 

It can be a frustrating process to support a friend or loved one who is in an abusive relationship. I think it is important to understand the cycle of abuse to help ease some frustrations on why they may find it difficult to leave the relationship.

Abuse in relationships can come in many different forms. Sometimes physical abuse is thought to be the only type of abuse in relationships. This is often because it is a form of abuse we can visually see.

We all know that exercising regularly has huge benefits for our physical health. But what you may not know is that it can be just as beneficial for your mental health. Research indicates that regular physical activity can alleviate symptoms of certain mental health conditions including depression and anxiety. 

People choose to have abortions for a number of reasons, and everyone responds and experiences it in a different way. Supporting someone through an abortion can seem daunting and tricky to navigate.

“Grief creates its own weather. At times, it’s an avalanche that buries us, or a thunderstorm that buffets us around. It’s a cold rain that drips off trees and down our backs long after the storm is gone. It’s a fog that hides the world and makes every sound seem distant.” 

-Mark Lievenow

Our fast-paced society fuelled by our desire to have it all has created a culture of stress and exhaustion. It is becoming increasingly harder for us to switch off and be completely present in the moment.

So, what can we do to help give our brains a break from the constant stress and anxiety of everyday life?

You know how when you’re in a restaurant & the waiter comes over with his little pepper partner & asks, “Would you like some pepper?” You either say “No, thank you.” Or you say, “Yes, please.” Then the pepper man starts grinding & grinding until you say, “That’s enough, thank you!” Then he stops.

This is consent.

There are many factors that contribute to poor sleep quality. These include certain medical conditions, chronic pain and mental health issues, technology. Individuals of all ages who experience stress, anxiety, and depression tend to find it more difficult to fall asleep, and when they do, sleep tends to be light.

So, what can we do to ensure that we get a better night’s sleep? 

Here are 5 tips that may help!