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Our mental health is just as important as our physical health - it impacts every aspect of our life Whether you’d like to get a better understanding of a mental health condition, learn about self-care tips or even how to improve your social and emotional wellbeing, we’re here to help.

6 Habits to Boost Serotonin Levels for a Happier, Healthier Life

6 Habits to Boost Serotonin Levels for a Happier, Healthier Life

Dr Gina Cleo
ByDr Gina Cleo
24 February 2025
Serotonin, known as the “feel-good” hormone, is essential for balancing mood, supporting restful sleep, aiding digestion, and enhancing overall well-being. Keeping serotonin levels at their best can improve mental health, ease anxiety, and boost physical health. Here are six effective habits you can add to your daily routine to naturally elevate serotonin levels. 
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The Power of Visualisation - A Key to Achieving Your Goals

The Power of Visualisation - A Key to Achieving Your Goals

Dr Gina Cleo
ByDr Gina Cleo
10 October 2024
Unlock the power of visualisation and start turning your dreams into reality! By spending just a few minutes each day vividly imagining your goals, you can build confidence, reduce stress, and mentally rehearse success before it happens. Ready to give it a try? Here’s how! 
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What is Mental Health? Exploring Care Plans, Stigma, and Wellbeing

What is Mental Health? Exploring Care Plans, Stigma, and Wellbeing

ByKirsty McMaster
What is mental health? In a nutshell, it's the cornerstone of how we live our lives. It impacts everything from the relationships we build to how productive we are at work, to how we navigate life's everyday stresses - and everything in between. It’s not just about managing mental illness; it’s about fostering holistic well-being, building resilience, and making sure we're thriving and not just surviving
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6 Habits to Boost Serotonin Levels for a Happier, Healthier Life

6 Habits to Boost Serotonin Levels for a Happier, Healthier Life

Dr Gina Cleo
ByDr Gina Cleo
24 February 2025
Serotonin, known as the “feel-good” hormone, is essential for balancing mood, supporting restful sleep, aiding digestion, and enhancing overall well-being. Keeping serotonin levels at their best can improve mental health, ease anxiety, and boost physical health. Here are six effective habits you can add to your daily routine to naturally elevate serotonin levels. 
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The Power of Visualisation - A Key to Achieving Your Goals

The Power of Visualisation - A Key to Achieving Your Goals

Dr Gina Cleo
ByDr Gina Cleo
10 October 2024
Unlock the power of visualisation and start turning your dreams into reality! By spending just a few minutes each day vividly imagining your goals, you can build confidence, reduce stress, and mentally rehearse success before it happens. Ready to give it a try? Here’s how! 
Category:Mental Health, Self-Care
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What is Mental Health? Exploring Care Plans, Stigma, and Wellbeing

What is Mental Health? Exploring Care Plans, Stigma, and Wellbeing

ByKirsty McMaster
What is mental health? In a nutshell, it's the cornerstone of how we live our lives. It impacts everything from the relationships we build to how productive we are at work, to how we navigate life's everyday stresses - and everything in between. It’s not just about managing mental illness; it’s about fostering holistic well-being, building resilience, and making sure we're thriving and not just surviving
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R U OK? Tips for Talking Mental Health

R U OK? Tips for Talking Mental Health

Dr Kieran Kennedy
ByDr Kieran Kennedy
12 September 2024
September 12th marks R U OK?DAY and as a psychiatrist who talks to people about their mental health on a daily basis (sunnier days aside) this marks September as a hugely important one for the calendar. 
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Embracing Self-Care to Reduce Stress

Embracing Self-Care to Reduce Stress

Dr Gina Cleo
ByDr Gina Cleo
07 August 2024
In today's fast-paced world, stress has become an almost inevitable part of daily life. However, through self-care practices, we can manage and significantly reduce our stress levels. Self-care isn't a luxury but a necessity, encompassing activities and habits that promote physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Here, we explore effective self-care strategies to help you combat stress. 
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10 Habits for A Healthy Brain

10 Habits for A Healthy Brain

Dr. Michela Sorensen
ByDr. Michela Sorensen
13 June 2024
While becoming a bit forgetful might be a normal part of aging, the thought of dementia can be quite worrying for a lot of people. The good news - there are some very simple things you can be doing now to look after your brain health and reduce your risk of dementia. 
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Transform Your Life with Self-Gratitude - Daily Habits for Inner Peace

Transform Your Life with Self-Gratitude - Daily Habits for Inner Peace

ByPaula Ortiz
01 June 2024
"Gratitude is the ability to experience life as a gift. It liberates us from the prison of self-preoccupation." — John Ortberg
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Is it time for a digital detox?

Is it time for a digital detox?

Dr Gina Cleo
ByDr Gina Cleo
14 May 2024
Excessive phone use has become an increasingly prevalent unwanted habit in today's digital age, with Australians spending an average of 8-9 hours a day on screens. This leads to physical inactivity, mindless eating, and social disconnection. To counteract this, setting digital boundaries and engaging in offline activities are vital for reclaiming balance and well-being. See article for practical tips on how to create healthier digital habits.  
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Mental Wellbeing and Pets   The Science Behind Why We Feel Good Around Our Furry Friends

Mental Wellbeing and Pets The Science Behind Why We Feel Good Around Our Furry Friends

Dr. Claire Stevens
ByDr. Claire Stevens
14 May 2024
Why is it that we feel so great around our pets? Dr Claire Stevens discusses how interactions with our furry friends release oxytocin, reduce stress hormones, and boost neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin.  
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Practical Tips for Mum’s Trying to Look After Their Mental Health

Practical Tips for Mum’s Trying to Look After Their Mental Health

Dr. Michela Sorensen
ByDr. Michela Sorensen
12 May 2024
For many mums the concepts of self-care, exercise and sleep are a farfetched dream. So, with everyone telling you this is what you need to foster good mental health, as a mum how do you keep afloat? Here are some simple and realistic things you can do to look after your mental health.  
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Smell Yourself Well - The benefits of aromatherapy on Physical, Mental, and Emotional Health

Smell Yourself Well - The benefits of aromatherapy on Physical, Mental, and Emotional Health

Scott Henderson
ByScott Henderson
12 May 2024
Cheap and easily accessible, harnessing smell can prove to be an effective mechanism in safeguarding your health.
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Choosing the Right Mental Health Care Plan for You

Choosing the Right Mental Health Care Plan for You

Tammy George
ByTammy George
28 February 2024
A mental health care plan (MHCP) is often the start of a person’s journey to better mental health.
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