Blog Post | 21 March, 2022
Australia is one of the most multicultural countries in the world. Almost 30% of our population was born overseas, and nearly every single country from around the world was represented in Australia's population in 2020.
Our diversity is one of our greatest strengths.
Harmony Week (March 21st – 27th) encourages us to celebrate this... Read more
Blog Post | 12 August, 2014
Most of us have been in the midst of very strong, overwhelming feelings, which seem to shake us, which make us feel like we are on a roller coaster ride. Sometimes these experiences can be so intense, we long for a break from these feelings, trying to catch a glimpse of more rational thoughts.
There are numerous techniques which can help us to process strong feelings, which result in ultimately letting them go. It’s useful to become aware of the more vulnerable feelings you experience below anger or frustration. Try these steps to process your vulnerable feelings.
1. Recognise the feeling... Read more
Blog Post | 18 April, 2011
The birth of a first child and the process of becoming parents is a major turning point for most relationships. Each person's experience of becoming a parent is different. While for some it will be an easy transition, for others it may create some unexpected problems.
The birth of your first child will cause major changes to your lives. You can prepare for this change in several ways, such as:
learning beforehand about childbirth and about being the parent of a young baby
making practical arrangements for when your baby comes home
making decisions about your work arrangements and... Read more
Blog Post | 22 March, 2023
As you age, there are so many benefits to having friends you can socialise with.
Have you ever thought that there can be a potential friend right next door? 28% of seniors say that community groups, such as those within their neighbourhood, play an important role in their life.
In this blog post, we’ll explore some great benefits of befriending your neighbour.
1. Socialisation
In older age, socialisation contributes greatly to both physical and mental health.
Being social... Read more
Blog Post | 01 September, 2020
Counting your blessings does more than just put you in a good mood.
According to several studies, practising gratitude can have real benefits for mental and physical health. From reducing stress to improving immune function, introducing some gratitude could be the key to a happier and healthier life.
Discover some of the scientifically proven benefits of gratitude, and different ways you can acknowledge the good things in your life each day.
Gratitude makes us happier
How would you like to boost your long-term happiness by 10%?... Read more
Basic page | 23 March, 2016
Relationships Australia (Qld) è un erogatore d’eccellenza di servizi di supporto relazionale per singole persone, famiglie e comunità. Noi puntiamo a sostenere tutte le persone in Australia perché possano fruire di rapporti positivi e rispettosi.
Siamo un ente australiano senza fini di lucro con radici nella comunità senza legami a culti religiosi. I nostri servizi si rivolgono a tutti i membri della comunità a prescindere da convinzioni religiose, età, sesso, preferenze sessuali, scelte di stile di vita, estrazione culturale o condizioni economiche.
I rapporti... Read more
Blog Post | 22 July, 2011
The word bereavement means, ‘to be robbed of something valued’. Often bereavement is described as the emotional reactions felt following the death of a loved one, although most often applied when the loss involves a death it can be applied to many other situations such as the loss of a relationship.
Grieving, like so many other parts of our lives, is a process that people go through in stages. When we lose someone, we have to adjust to the loss. This process takes time and varies from individual to individual. Furthermore, it is not uncommon for individuals to move back and... Read more
Basic page | 23 March, 2016
Relationships Australia (Qld) es un proveedor líder de servicios de apoyo a individuos, familias y comunidades. Aspiramos a brindar apoyo para que las personas en Australia logren relaciones positivas y respetuosas.
Somos una organización australiana comunitaria sin fines de lucro y sin denominación religiosa. Nuestros servicios están al alcance de todos los miembros de la comunidad, independientemente de sus creencias religiosas, género, orientación sexual, estilo de vida, antecedentes culturales o circunstancias económicas.
Las relaciones afectan nuestro bienestar y... Read more
Board Member | 16 July, 2019
Bill Owens is an experienced executive and non-executive director specialising in governance, strategy, risk and ICT strategy development and governance. Bill is a non-executive director of Montrose Therapy & Respite Services and The Lady Musgrave Trust. He has run his own ICT services company since 2016, after building an executive career over 30 years in technology and business consultancy at Elders IXL, PwC (UK), Adventis (UK), and MSL Solutions. Bill has particular expertise in designing and governing technology-led business transformation programs.
Article | 12 April, 2016
The birth of a first child and the process of becoming parents is a major turning point for most relationships.
The birth of your first child will cause major changes to you and your partners' lives. You can prepare for this change in several ways, such as:
learning about childbirth and about being the parent of a young baby
making practical arrangements for when your baby comes home
making decisions about your work arrangements and finances after your baby is born
You may not have thought how becoming a parent will affect your relationship with your partner. Children affect their... Read more