Finding effective ways to stay sane during the silly season doesn’t have to make you a scrooge.  In fact, for those of us who identify as introverts, or suffer with social anxiety; setting boundaries and practicing a few key strategies is hugely important, especially at this time of year.  Knowing yourself and your social ‘limits’ […]

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Research shows that around one in seven Australians experience feelings of anxiety that affects their daily quality of life. Anxiety can range from general worry to overwhelming or debilitating signs and symptoms. Anxiety can present itself in any of the following ways: Physical – Panic attacks, hot and cold flushes, shortness of breath, quick and […]

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We’ve all heard the saying, “you are the sum of the 5 people you spend time with the most”. The idea is that these close relationships influence us greatly, from the way we think, to the way we see ourselves and our choices. But research has suggested that our social networks have a further reaching […]

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A couple of months after my first son was born, I was really craving some ‘me’ time. I’d worked my way through the first few excruciating weeks of breastfeeding, and I had mostly recovered from birth (physically, at least!); the fog was starting to clear. Finally, the moment arrived: he’d been fed and was asleep, […]

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Is your diet making you anxious? Anxiety encompasses feelings of worry, apprehension, fear and nervousness. These feelings can be difficult to manage and can impede on our ability to live a comfortable life.  For some, feelings of anxiety are characterised by a diagnosed anxiety disorder and might include panic attacks; while for others, anxiety results […]

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