Conveying the message that an individual’s role within an organisation is no longer sustainable is undeniably one of the most challenging discussions business leaders must undertake. In the current economic landscape, this dialogue is increasingly common. Throughout my interactions with business leaders, I’ve engaged with those entrusted with the delicate duty of announcing redundancies and…
Implementing an effective wellbeing strategy in a workplace can sometimes be difficult because “wellbeing” means different things to everyone. Amanda explains how the most effective workplace wellness initiatives embrace positive psychology practices to foster positive transformations. These initiatives empower employees to reduce stress and enhance resilience, resulting in a healthier and more thriving work…
Mental Health is often the most ignored factor of overall wellbeing when it comes to poor performance at work. With the stresses and high speed that modern worklife seems to work at, a significant increase in stressed Aussies are showing up at work everyday. A lack of quality mental health support at a large number…
Happiness and Fulfillemnt are becoming an increasing priority for a lot of Australian’s jobsearch, where currently a quarter of Australians are unhappy with their current job and are actively seeking a better opportunity. Happy workers are considered better for both employee and employer, as they are more likely to prioritise their work, take less time…
Grief is unpredictable and no two people or grieving processes are the same. It can be felt and expressed in so many ways, where it can overwhelm us and even causes changes in our personality. It can seem dififcult to do seemingly normal, routine things as grief impacts every facet of your life. It’s okay…
School is the most important social network for children there is. As children move from infants to primary to high school, the importance of their friendships increases, almost proportionally to their independence. Children need the friendship of peers to develop their own sense of identity. The stronger their sense of self, through healthy attachment to…
As students across the state pack their bags in preparation to return to full time schooling, they will face a wide-range of varying emotions; anything from excitement and happiness to apprehension and fear. It’s important parents take the time to sit down and talk with their children about how they may be feeling and help…
If you look back to being in high school, think about the times when you might’ve gotten sick. Usually, it wasn’t in the middle of term or when you were very busy studying, playing sport and keeping up with a packed social calendar. But the minute the school holidays came around and gave you permission…
Question: I’ve noticed on social media a trend for successful people to post what seems almost like a templated sentiment. It goes something like this: “If you don’t come out of this with (a) a new skill, (b) more knowledge or (c) a side hustle, it’s not because you didn’t have time. It’s because you…
Uncertain, unpredictable and unprecedented. They’re all words we’ll forever associate with the age of COVID-19. The pandemic has upended our lives in previously unimaginable ways, with restrictions so severe that Australians have been penalised just for leaving their homes. Now, though, there is an end in sight. And whilst we are not there yet –…
