low mood –> bad habits –> poor health –> low mood

2023 has been, thus far, a good lesson for me in how you can get caught in vicious cycles. My mood overall has been low in 2023, especially compared to 2022. A combination of the normal challenges of life & work, reaching a reflective age, witnessing the challenges of others and grappling with existential issues. … Continue reading low mood –> bad habits –> poor health –> low mood

I didn’t spread COVID but I did spread wellbeing

I trained, as a psychologist, to assess/diagnose mental ill health and apply evidence-based treatments. The alleviation of suffering was the primary goal. Now in my work however, I operate more at the wellbeing, happiness, wellness end. I try to teach people strategies and techniques for bringing more positive experiences (e.g. gratitude, connection, awe, curiosity, self-acceptance, … Continue reading I didn’t spread COVID but I did spread wellbeing

Trying to notice and respond differently to the sensation of being rushed

Last year I listened to this podcast with meditation teacher Christina Feldman - https://www.tenpercent.com/podcast-episode/christina-feldman-500 I don't remember much of it, but a key concept stuck. Feldman spoke of setting life intentions and discussed one in particular - attending to and tackling the experience of feeling rushed. 2022 was a year where I committed to getting … Continue reading Trying to notice and respond differently to the sensation of being rushed

Self-care = actions you take to improve your outcomes

First posted on the Student Health and Wellbeing Blog (part of my day job) Since starting my role at Flinders in 2017, I have been trying to clarify my mission, that is, what is it I am working to achieve. At present it is about making available to everyone high quality, evidence-based knowledge, tools, skills … Continue reading Self-care = actions you take to improve your outcomes