Understanding despair and how to break its grip
We all experience difficult days, moments of sadness or even extended periods of...
When our resilience is tested… learning to rest, not quit: Thoughts from our...
A while back, I delivered a presentation on how to foster strong mental...
Trusting the process: Small steps when progress feels invisible
Wellbeing consultant Louise Nixon, with expertise in health and social psychology, provides practical...
Reigniting the spark: Thoughts from our director
At some point in life we all experience moments where we feel like...
Managing long-term stress and uncertainty: Thoughts from our director
In putting together our new Toolbox Talks for unwired staff, I found myself...
How financial stress can affect your mental health and 5 things that can...
Financial stress is affecting us in many different ways. Some people are struggling...
Stuck in fight-or-flight mode? 5 ways to complete the ‘stress cycle’ and avoid...
Can you remember a time when you felt stressed leading up to a...
Anxiety and stress really can be lowered through colouring – here’s what our...
When we think of the best ways to reduce stress, we might picture...
Why everyday decisions feel so stressful – and what to do about it
Almost every morning I face the same dilemmas. Whether I should wake up...
Medication can help you make the most of therapy − a psychologist and...
There is mounting recognition in the scientific community that combining different treatment approaches...
Someone has told you they’re self-harming. Now what?
Trigger warning: Topic may be distressing, discussions of self-harm and suicide
For many people,...
Three ways to get your nature fix without a garden
Spending time in a garden is good for you. It doesn’t matter if...
Building resilience through positive stress
We’re always looking for ways to reduce stress in our lives, but did...
How to cope when someone we care about is using alcohol or other...
When someone we love uses alcohol or other drugs, it can have a...
Talking about the tough stuff
In our fast-paced lives, we often shy away from discussing the tough stuff....
How to deal with workplace bullying
Have you or someone you know been subjected to bullying in the workplace?...
Can chewing help manage stress, pain and appetite? Here’s what the science says
Ever feel a bit stressed or need a concentration boost? Research suggests one...
Fermented foods and fibre may lower stress levels
When it comes to dealing with stress, we’re often told the best things...
