Helping our children deal with scary events on the news Our thoughts go out to those affected by the senseless tragedy that occurred last week in Christchurch, New Zealand. These situations can be shocking and frightening for adults, so it is no surprise we worry about what our children think and feel about such events. They…
DetailsMore Powerful Together – International Women’s Day Today is March 8 2019 – International Women’s Day, and this years campaign theme is #MorePowerfulTogether. International Women’s Day strives to build a “gender balanced world”, but what does this actually mean? International Women’s Day has historically been a day to celebrate how far the world has…
DetailsDid you know that each year, almost 10,000 Australians die of a heart attack? That’s one Australian life every 53 minutes. That’s why during Heart Week – 29 April – 6 May 2019 – the Heart Foundation will be urging all Australians to learn the warning signs of a heart attack (refer to www.heartfoundation.org.au). What…
DetailsWhat is Men’s Health and Why is it important? Men’s Health is about exploring the causes and factors behind what makes boys and men healthy, or not healthy, in Australian society. What makes someone ‘healthy’? ‘Health’ is a dynamic reality shaped by many factors. An individual’s health is the product of many aspects of their…
DetailsThe next Safer Internet Day is Tuesday 4th February 2020. The internet can be a powerful tool for learning but it’s also a place where your child could encounter dangerous material or people. With some practical internet safety precautions, you can help your child enjoy the benefits of the internet while minimising the risks. Connected…
DetailsHow You Start Your Day Matters The other day I was rushing around like a mad thing, stressed, because we had woken up late and had to be at swimming lessons and there was just not enough time to get everything done. I was outside, hanging out the washing, when my almost 3 year…
DetailsThis week is Schizophrenia Awareness Week and an important opportunity to raise awareness of the challenges posed by this condition. What is Schizophrenia? Schizophrenia is an illness, a medical condition. It affects the normal functioning of the brain, interfering with a person’s ability to think, feel and act. Some do recover completely, and, with time,…
Details“I Feel Like I’m Going Round in Circles” – Tips to Get Unstuck We have all had those days where we feel stuck, where we don’t like where we are, but we just don’t know how to get un-stuck. In these times, the problem solving part of our brains just doesn’t work, even though…
DetailsWhen The Going Gets Tough (The Tough Stick it to their Goals) This time of year can be tough is a bit two pronged. There’s the wonderful Christmas and New Year holiday period, time with family, AMAZING food, the summer heat and not having to feel guilty for relaxing. Unfortunately it doesn’t last forever…
DetailsWhy celebrate International Women’s Day (IWD)? #IWD is all about celebrating womens achievements, and standing up for greater equality between men and women. As a matter of formality, lets discuss why the world needs to recongnise International Womens Day (just in case you need some convincing). Are women paid the same as men?…
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