11 Tips For Chasing The Blues Away During The Festive Season

The holidays can be a great time of year but some people may experience frustration, isolation or sadness. Holidays can create additional pressure for people and, for some; the approaching festive season can heighten stress and feel overwhelming, says Chris Mordue, program manager at South Pacific Private, a leading mental health and addiction treatment facility. There’s an…

ByJames Graham12/12/20160Comments

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Prince William Makes A Stand Against Bullies

"Bullying is an issue which can affect any one of us, regardless of age, background, gender, sexuality, race, disability or religion," he says in the clip below to mark Stand Up To Bullying Day in the UK. Today is the first ever national #StandUpToBullying day, spearheaded by @DianaAward. ? Watch The Duke of Cambridge Stand Up…

ByThe Carousel06/07/20160Comments

Relationships Wellness & Health

Whinging Is Bad For Your Health, And Mine!

You see them coming and you look like a rabbit in the headlights in your efforts to scamper. Too late, you’re stuck. It’s ok! Don’t panic and whatever you do don’t ask the question, “How are you?” The older I get the more I struggle with those who lack just a basic level of gratitude. Don’t get…

ByJules Allen18/03/20160Comments

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Tips For The ‘Sandwich Generation’ To Juggle Their Busy Life

Juggling kids, their ever ballooning schedules of after school activities, work and running the household (usually as captain / sole contributor to the team) is tough enough. Chuck in sick and aging parents and you can sink the ship altogether. We call these busy women, wedged between obligations to their children, their work and their parents…

ByDr Ginni Mansberg18/03/20160Comments

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Kate Middleton’s Heartfelt New Blog Asks For Your Help

From the familiar surrounds and comforts of Kensington Palace, Kate took over as the Huffington Post UK guest editor for the day to kick-start Young Minds Matter. The new campaign aims to raise awareness for children’s mental health issues, which has been a cause close to her heart since becoming Duchess of Cambridge. “The mental health for…

ByThe Carousel18/02/20160Comments

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A Dementia Doll Miracle That Will Melt Your Heart

Maxine Daniel uploaded the inspiring video to her Facebook page with the caption: "My Christmas gift to my lovely Nana Lilly (who sadly has dementia) was a Baby Annabell doll. Her reaction is a joy to see and melts my heart." The emotional video has been viewed over three million times. Maxine says it's the best Christmas present…

ByThe Carousel21/01/20160Comments

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Don’t Let Your Child’s ATAR Define Them

Many students haven’t prepared for the possibility of getting a lower than expected ATAR. If your child is one of those who needs to consider other options, encourage them to start investigating other ways to get into a courses that leads to their dream career. Reassure them that they can balance what’s in their heart and…

ByThe Carousel17/12/20150Comments

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Watch Kate Middleton Drumming At Party

More radiant than ever with her freshly chopped tresses and holiday-red Alexander McQueen dress, Kate got into the festive spirit by drumming along to Queen’s We Will Rock You with the children at a North London mental health centre - to view just click on the video below. Kate, 33, who previously visited the centre’s family…

ByThe Carousel16/12/20150Comments

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Mourning Those Lost In Paris Attacks

But Australian psychologist Jo Lamble says that's perfectly natural and there's no right way to respond to such a calamity. "Mourning the death of people you've never met is ok," she says. "It's ok to be upset, to be angry, or simply to have nothing to say at all. It's all about feeling compassion - even from…

ByThe Carousel17/11/20150Comments

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Health Saboteurs And How To Overcome Them

Feel like you’ve fallen off the health wagon one too many times? Don’t hang up those reins just yet! We spoke to former Winter Olympic snowboarder and health and wellbeing golden girl, Steph Prem, and have your (health) ticket to ride! The elite athlete has taken on the world’s best snowboarders and has overcome a…

ByFranki Hobson30/10/20150Comments