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How to Talk to Kids About Separation
Children
13 March 2024
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What is ageism?
Have you ever made a judgement about someone because of their age? Or perhaps you’ve felt misunderstood or left out because of your age? Ageism is defined as negative stereotypes,...
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What is emotional intelligence and how can you improve it?
Emotional intelligence (also known as emotional quotient or EQ) is an important skill for navigating personal and professional relationships. It refers to the ability to read the emotions of others...
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How to Apologise to Someone You Hurt Unintentionally
No one likes seeing a loved one upset, especially if we’re the cause. It can be tough to know how to say we’re sorry when our intentions were good. But...
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Signs of Unhealthy Communication in a Relationship
Lack of communication is one of the leading causes of divorce in Australia. Effective communication is key to a strong and healthy relationship. It allows us to understand ourselves and...
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How to Make Online Dating Work for You
Online dating has become a part of many Australians’ lives over recent years. Data shows 3.2 million Aussies used dating apps in 2022, with most users (26.1%) aged 25 to...
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How to Stop Being Controlling in a Relationship
Do you use control over your partner to get what you want? Controlling partners use power and control through manipulative behaviours such as blame, guilt, and criticism. Controlling behaviour becomes...
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How to Self-Soothe Using Your Senses
Stress is a normal part of life for all of us. Whether it’s at work, in our relationships, or worrying about the future, we all feel moments of anxiety building...
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Protecting Mental Health in Older People
Along with our physical wellbeing, our mental health is essential to our enjoyment of life, especially as we age. Mental ill health, like depression and anxiety, is underdiagnosed in seniors,...
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Have we lost our sense of community?
When you reminisce on your childhood, you may recall regularly being surrounded by your cousins and extended family, or playing with the neighbouring kids while the adults chatted on front...
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How should I vote on The Voice? Advice for Allies
The Voice referendum will take place on 14 October, when Australians will vote yes or no to establishing a First Nations Voice in the Constitution. There are many opinions being...
