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How Do I Live in the Moment?
Jun 12, 2013
Do you worry about the past and fret about the future? Many of us do. Experts say that by being more mindful and grounded in the present, we open ourselves up to enjoy a full, fulfilling life. So how do you live in the moment? Set Your Mind on Mindfulness...Keeping a Food Journal
May 15, 2013
Trying to lose weight or stick to a healthy diet can be hard enough without adding the burden of keeping a food journal to your regime. However, according to many dietitians and nutritionists, a food journal may be just what you need to see your dieting...Write to Heal Your Life
Apr 24, 2013
If you haven’t written “Dear Diary” since you were a youngster, it might be time to whip out the ol’ journal and get scribbling. Research has found that journaling not only improves your wellbeing, it can also help you cope with a range of anxieties, disorders...How to Boost Your Motivation
Apr 22, 2013
No doubt we've all been in a slump at some stage in our life. Being in a rut can be incredibly debilitating and take a toll on your work, relationships and self-esteem. Thankfully, there are a few tried and true tactics for getting back on your feet.How to Be More Assertive: Tips to Remember
Apr 12, 2013
Do you wish you had the confidence to speak up? Learning to be more assertive can help you get more out of life and live more confidently. In this article we provide some practical tips for being more assertive. What is Assertiveness? Assertiveness...Holding On and Letting Go: A Guide to Moving On
Feb 15, 2013
Like many people, I was bullied as a child. Throughout primary school I was relentlessly taunted and teased. Until recently, thinking back to those days would cause my eyes to sting with tears. However, I've since learned how to let go of those feelings...Life Pro-tip: Easy Ways to Live a Balanced Life
Nov 20, 2012
How balanced is your life? Do you spend more time at work than you do with your family? Would you like to exercise more and commute less? Finding more balance in your life is key to managing stress and achieving your goals. In this article, we discover...Taking a Break for Health and Happiness
Nov 13, 2012
When was the last time you took a break from routine, to reflect on your life and where you're headed? With work, family, study and many other commitments, often it can be tricky to take time out and recharge. But allowing yourself the chance to rest...Natural Therapies for Dementia
Oct 18, 2012
Dementia can be incredibly debilitating, affecting the sufferer's thinking, memory and ability to carry out everyday activities. Thankfully, there are a range of natural treatments that may help prevent and manage dementia. Read on to find out more.Second-hand Stress: Is Stress Contagious?
Oct 11, 2012
While you may avoid second-hand smoke and wash your hands to keep germs at bay, what are you doing to prevent the spread of stress? In the same way that germs are contagious, so too is stress. Second-hand stress is the negative result of exposure to...Turning Failure into Success
Sep 28, 2012
Psychotherapists frequently deal with people who feel like they are failures. What do you say to someone who feels defeated by failure? One of the first things a counsellor often does is tell their client to "embrace failure." What? How can embracing...5 Steps Towards Developing a Positive Attitude
Sep 04, 2012
One thing all of us have in common is an instinctive desire to be happy. We all understand that a positive attitude towards life is an integral part of happiness and well being. Experience, though, sometimes makes maintaining a positive attitude difficult.Developing Self-Compassion & Learning How to Love Yourself
Aug 10, 2012
We're taught to be compassionate towards others, but what about ourselves? How can we learn to love ourselves and develop self-compassion? And why should we try? In this article, we explore a few potential pathways to self-love. What is Self-Compassion?How Compassion Can Make You Happy
Aug 08, 2012
In the words of the Dalai Lama, "a smile heals you and your neighbour" and it seems that science agrees. Many studies have found that exercising compassion can help you live a happier and more fulfilling life. What the Science Says Numerous studies...The Power of Positive Thinking
Aug 02, 2012
When you feel negative emotions, all those self-help books about the power of positive thinking can seem to be more like wishful thinking than practical advice. Is there a scientific evidence on the power of positive thinking? Does having a positive...What is Play Therapy?
Jun 25, 2012
What is play therapy? How does it differ from other forms of therapy? Who can benefit from it? Although most parents have heard the term, it is usually only those whose children have experienced play therapy who understand it best. While often thought...How to Deal With Being Overwhelmed
May 28, 2012
Life coaches and others who help people manage their lives have coined a new noun to describe the feeling of being overwhelmed by work or worry: overwhelm. What is overwhelm? More importantly, how do you deal with being overwhelmed? Two dictionary...In Pursuit of Happiness: Interview with Dr Mark Williamson
Mar 19, 2012
Happiness is a word, emotion and state of mind that is bandied about a lot these days. Everyone is seemingly in pursuit of this nirvana-like state, though I fear we are all too busy to actually ever realise if we arrived. As the saying so aptly points...Embrace Death and Be Happy
Mar 16, 2012
World-renowned Buddhist teacher Sogyal Rinpoche - author of the bestselling The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying - is quite obviously obsessed with the finite nature of our lives. Not that you would have noticed as he charms a packed auditorium with...Exhale, Pause & Breathe: Happiness and its Causes 2012 Forum
Mar 08, 2012
One of Australia's pioneers in mind-body medicine, Dr. Ian Gawler, is leading me through my first guided meditation. Together with a roomful of delegates, I am at Happiness and its Causes 2012 – a "forum on human happiness". I'm at the workshop to...
