Reframing Rest: Why Downtime is Essential
I saw a social media post that got me thinking about how we frame rest. When we have downtime, we often talk about doing nothing or not doing much. Is it really that we are doing nothing?
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Bird Nerds Unite for the 2025 Aussie Bird Count
By: Justin Rouillon
Aussie Bird Count is a nationwide citizen science event that invites everyday Australians to get outside, slow down, and take a closer look at the incredible birdlife in their own backyard.
Is Friendship Built on Common Interest, or Common Gripes?
By: Laura Bennett
‘Isn’t It Nice We Both Hate the Same Things’ explores how we build, and rebuild, friendships with others later in life.
The Power of Good Storytelling
By: Mark McCrindle
Since the dawn of time, humans have told stories – painted on cave walls, passed down around campfires, written in books, performed on stage, brought to life on film, and now shared instantly through our screens. But why do we tell stories?
Self-Compassion vs Self-Esteem: Why Compassion Wins
By: Nicola Hodreng
For many years, self-esteem was considered the holy grail of mental health. If we could just feel better about ourselves, we would be happier, healthier, and more resilient.
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Why You Should Add Sri Lanka to Your Travel Bucket List
By: Bec Harris
“Look, for a little small country it packs a punch.” David Smyth, from Forward Travel, describes Sri Lanka as a destination full of surprises. Many travellers see it as India’s quieter cousin. Yet, Sri Lanka offers a completely unique experience.
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The Highs and Lows of Blood Pressure: Why Monitoring Matters for Your Health
By: Bec Harris
Blood pressure is something most of us rarely think about until a doctor mentions it. But should we care more? Dr. Stuart, from Village Medical Centre, explains why monitoring blood pressure is essential, even when we feel fine.
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How Childhood Messages Shape Your Inner Critic and Four Ways to Break Free
By: The Centre for Effective Living
It’s almost a cliché that therapists want to ask about your childhood. But have you ever wondered why we’re so interested?
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The Subscription Economy: Who’s Subscribing and Why
By: Mark McCrindle
Think back a decade. Your shelves were likely lined with DVDs, your car’s glovebox full of CDs, and buying software meant purchasing a physical box with a disc inside. Today, that world feels distant.
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Struggling With Fatigue or Brain Fog? It Could Be Your Liver Health
By: Bec Harris
We all know we have a liver, but few of us understand how vital it is.
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