Month: May 2026

Traversing Through Existence

  • May 30, 2026
Written by the runner up of our Mental Health Month 2018 competition, Ella K. Angry at the world, screaming internally about the horrors that happened beyond my control. My power stripped, yet I still claw and crawl through it like a deranged beast, stubbornly fighting for life. The darkness has…
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Self-Care: More than just face masks and bubble baths?

  • May 30, 2026
‘Self-care’ seems to be quite a buzzword at the moment. Snaps of people enjoying a candlelit bubble bath with a glass of wine, or strolling along the beach at sunset are #selfcare. But has self-care become just one more thing we have to fit into our busy schedules in order to…
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Oh Baby, Oh Baby!

  • May 30, 2026
My partner and I have recently learnt more about parenting than many people ever have, especially for two people without children. This comes from the usual places of friends having children, parents urging us to have children and the inevitable, “Do we want children?” discussions. With what felt to be…
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Afloat

  • May 30, 2026
Written by our Mental Health Month 2018 competition winner. I stood on top of mountains The world bent to my will, Of happiness and contentment, I always had my fill. Sad times were only fleeting I was blessed in every way, But reality kicked my teeth in, I still feel…
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Welcome and Why

  • May 30, 2026
I know the mind is complex. I know that every person has a different mind, different needs and different difficulties. I also know that there are many blogs, websites, books and podcasts about different issues to do with mental health. But I find think this is fantastic. If there are…
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Psych up the Psych – Get to know Cathy

  • May 30, 2026
To get to know our lovely psychologist we asked her 5 quick questions she had to answer in 5 quick minutes! See Cathy’s answers below. What is your favourite quote? C: “You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think.” Christopher Robin Why do you…
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Why We’re Ditching New Year’s Resolutions

  • May 30, 2026
The classic life cycle of the ‘New Year’s Resolution’ goes a little something like this: Set sights on some ultimate goal (e.g. get into shape, be super healthy and zen). Feel inspired, ‘this is my year!’, join the gym/buy expensive new active wear/buy a tonne of organic fruit and veg/download…
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Coping With COVID: Am I doing it right?

  • May 30, 2026
Any feeling is a normal feeling when the situation itself is abnormal. The past few weeks have been by no means normal for any of us, and you may be feeling anxious, stressed or overwhelmed during this time. You may also be feeling happy, relaxed and motivated. Don’t worry if…
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It’s not about the food – All about eating disorders

  • May 30, 2026
Candice Nicholls, ACFED approved Provisional Psychologist, Mind Mode One of the many misconceptions of eating disorders is that food is the main issue. Well what are eating disorders? What is the difference between disordered eating and an eating disorder? How can we separate the myths from the facts? What can…
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Perspectives of an Anti-Diet Dietitian

  • May 30, 2026
 By Denelle Cosier – Accredited Practicing Dietitian    Dieting vs Food freedom  “I’ll start my diet again tomorrow” “Well I’ve eaten one brownie, I might as well eat a few more and make the most of it” Does this sound familiar to you? Do you constantly find yourself thinking about…
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