Wellbeing

Mastering the art of life: Making your one shot count

16 April

Mastering the art of life is not something you stumble into—it’s something you shape, refine, and redefine over time. The truth is, it looks different for everyone. There is no universal blueprint, no perfect formula. What matters most is that...[Read More]

Timing of exercise matters for early birds, night owls

15 April

Timing workouts to align with a person’s preference for mornings or evenings could slash the risk of heart problems and improve sleep, according to a study. Assessing patients to determine if they are early birds or night owls could be beneficial,...[Read More]

Young Australians turning to AI for mental health help

15 April

More than a quarter of people aged under 24 are using artificial intelligence to bolster their mental health as the cost of professional help bites. A survey of more than 2300 young people in NSW found mental health and cost of living pressures are...[Read More]

Sharpening the axe: The wellbeing benefits of learning something new every day

26 March

In leadership and personal development circles, there’s a powerful concept often referred to as “sharpening the axe.” The idea comes from the notion that if you spend all your time working without improving your tools or skills, you eventually...[Read More]

The importance of a balanced diet in promoting a healthy lifestyle

19 March

Focusing on a healthy nutrition is a universal concern that transcends geographical boundaries, including Australia. In a country known for its diverse landscapes and unique wildlife, maintaining good nutrition is essential for overall well-being....[Read More]

A glass half full approach to wellbeing

12 March

Wellbeing isn’t just about feeling happy all the time—it’s about developing resilience, security, and a positive outlook on life. A “glass half full” approach to wellbeing encourages focusing on progress rather than perfection, recognising...[Read More]

Strength training ‘magic pill’ to reduce cost of ageing

4 March

Women who are embracing strength training in their forties, fifties and beyond are aiming to prevent physical decline that often leads to requiring aged care services. For Sally Jenning, 63, watching her mum decline as she aged has been a wake-up...[Read More]

Why wellbeing is a foundation, not a ‘nice to have’

19 February

Wellbeing is often treated like a reward — something we’ll focus on ‘when things settle down’. But for most people, life doesn’t truly slow down for long. Wellbeing is less about pampering and more about the basic foundations that support...[Read More]

Hidden psychology of a ‘good kiss’ revealed

18 February

A good kiss has more to do with the “thoughts, fantasies and emotional context we bring to it” than the physical act itself, scientists have discovered. Researchers at Abertay University set out to test the assumption that kissing sparks sexual...[Read More]

Top 10 ways people relieve stress (and why it matters more than you think)

12 February

Stress is part of modern life, but living in a constant state of tension isn’t. Left unchecked, stress can quietly erode your physical health, mental wellbeing, relationships, and overall quality of life. The good news? Many of the most...[Read More]

Valentine’s day: The good, the bad, and what really matters

29 January

Valentine’s Day tends to divide opinion like few other dates on the calendar. For some, it’s a highlight — hearts in shop windows, dinner reservations, flowers wrapped in crisp paper. For others, it’s awkward, commercialised, or even...[Read More]

The soundtrack of our lives

22 January

There’s a song for almost every chapter of your life. Hear the opening notes and suddenly you’re not where you are anymore — you’re back there. Back in the car with the windows down, back in your childhood bedroom, back at a moment of...[Read More]

Is it just a case of the January blues or time to quit?

22 January

Going back to work after the summer holidays can feel brutal. Alarm clocks are reset, inboxes are brimming over and the freedom of long days, late nights and unstructured time evaporates overnight. For many Australians, the emotional crash is...[Read More]

Progress over perfection: a new year perspective

15 January

2026 is here. The calendar has turned, the noise of the holidays is fading, and there’s a subtle but powerful shift in the air. A new year doesn’t magically change everything — but it does give us something valuable: a clean edge. A moment to...[Read More]

Time, money and meaning: Rethinking what wealth really is