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Learning not to push on through
By Gaynor Parkin. Grit. Determination. Perseverance. Pushing on through. Our Western culture celebrates the qualities of persistence and striving. We love stories of people triumphing over adversity of all kinds. Recently we were right [...]
Tricky relationships: How to stay sane and maintain respect
Some relationships are easy - we feel like we are on the same page, speak the same lingo and “get” each other. Other relationships are just not that straightforward. They are the ones that [...]
Maximising your email wellbeing
Instantly exhausted by the sight of your email inbox? Feeling hounded by notifications? Losing the battle against a rising tide of spam? You are not alone! Emails are fast, convenient, and versatile, helping many [...]
How to manage mental health in the workplace: Wellington masterclass
“Being able to feel safe with other people is probably the single most important aspect of mental health; safe connections are fundamental to meaningful and satisfying lives” – Bessel Van Der Kolk WHY ATTEND? [...]
Turning reluctance into resilience: How to build a new habit
Our resilience is being built through day-to-day actions, through those repetitive behaviours that help us thrive and protect our wellbeing in times when life gets tough. During winter, it becomes more difficult to stick [...]
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