Keeping it Merry
Christmas can be a stressful time for many but particularly for the ‘host’ who bears the brunt of the shopping, gift buying, prepping, cooking, cleaning, decorating and all with a festive grin planted on her face. A recent survey by …
Tips for Better Mental Health
During @QLDMentalHealthWeek 5-13th October
Caring for the Carer
Caring for a loved one with dementia is a massive responsibility and although it can be rewarding it can also take a major toll on the mental and physical health of the carer. Statistics show that 1 in 10 people …
Conflict is a Part of Life
Words & Sketch by Dr Stan Steindl: Clinical Psychologist & Adjunct Associate Professor Just as one might say “suffering is a part of life”, so too, it seems, conflict is a part of life. Conflict is in our …
Habits of a Healthy Mind
Mens sana in corpore sano– Latin for ‘sound mind, sound body’- okay so not exactly a news flash here but our modern lifestyles can make it harder than the simplistic motto would suggest. Sometimes, we need a little nudge, or …
Are you channelling Mary Poppins?
Psychology Consultants, Brisbane When you think about it, Mary Poppins is not really the best role model for children or adults for that matter. “Practically perfect in every way”… if only she knew that perfectionism is practically a disease. A …
What to expect from Group Therapy
Group therapy can be confronting and off-putting for some people; let’s face it, talking to strangers about your struggles is not for everyone. But when it comes to treating insomnia or eating problems, it’s really very effective, enabling people with …
How to quieten the mind
Do you ever feel like a little rat running on a wheel? Or is your mind like a circus with so much going on, you don’t even know what to cast your eye on. You are not alone; the constant …
Battling with your return to work?
Dr Stan Steindl has some helpful ways to make the back to work transition a little bit easier. 1. Cut yourself some slack. Ease back into your first week with slightly shorter hours and a less demanding workload, where possible. …
Power of Human Connection
Connecting the dots during National Psychology Week 11-17th November 2018 #Connecttothrive This year’s Psychology Week focuses on the ‘Power of Human Connection’ encouraging people to ‘connect to thrive’. With Christmas approaching, this theme is very timely, providing the perfect opportunity …