Expert guidance, self-help hacks and real-life stories to help you improve your mental wellbeing.
“I have reasons, you have excuses”: the thinking trap that’s destroying your relationships
YOU’VE GOT GUESTS coming over so you're getting things tidied up around the house when you come upon the overflowing recycling bin, and you distinctly recall asking your partner to empty that yesterday, and now there's a Jenga-style crash of jam jars and plastic...
How the death of a friend prompted Gus Worland to take action on men’s mental health
The founder of the Gotcha4Life foundation explains why fostering connections between men is the first step in helping reduce the rate of suicide in Australia. And it can start with a simple text message
Roses to reality: Dr Matt Agnew reveals why prioritising his mental health has been crucial in his business journey
The former star of The Bachelor Australia reveals how he manages his mental health amid the stresses of being a sole trader
‘I was addicted to football’: A former addict wants you to know the red flags
IT'S A GROSS cliché, but you never forget your first match. I remember stepping into the simmering hum of a football stadium, seven years old, wearing my older brother’s oversized replica shirt and clutching a match-day program so tight the ink was almost staining my...
Why exercising with your dog could be a mental health gamechanger
IT TURNS OUT man’s best friend is also your mind’s bestie, too. That's because a dog is far more effective in motivating you to get off the couch and get moving than any personal trainer you can find, according to new research commissioned by Asics. In The Mind’s Best...
‘I’m a psychologist and here’s the one thing I do every day to improve my mental health’
MOST PEOPLE MIGHT assume that mental health professionals, such as a psychologist like myself, have their own mental health perfectly under control. While that might be true most of the time, the reality is, mental health affects all of us. Despite being well versed...
Alex Noble is a C4 quadriplegic whose dreams and ambitions are boundless
WHEN ALEX NOBLE appears on my screen for our interview, my first impression is that I might have accidently intruded on a video link with the actor Cillian Murphy. There’s the same soulful eyes, prominent cheekbones, an arresting presence and perhaps a little of the...
Young men don’t need moral panic, they need our time and care
A new report from Movember has found that in the absence of real-world connection, young men are looking to online influencers for guidance, with both positive and negative repercussions. Rather than knee-jerk reactions, a clear-eyed and considered response is required, argues Dr Zac Seidler
A doctor’s own bitter pill to swallow: “I struggle to talk about mental health”
Mental health is an issue for everyone, even those whose job it is to treat us. Here, an Aussie doctor reflects on his own mental health and reveals his strategies to cope
Why talking therapy is losing its appeal – and fringe treatments are taking its place
Once viewed as the ultimate marker of emotional maturity, traditional therapy is currently being talked about for all the wrong reasons. But are there better ways to bolster your mental health?
How to make better decisions, according to science
Whether you're in the burger v meatloaf choice vortex or you're waffling on bigger stuff, here's what you need to know
The trick to deal with imposter syndrome once and for all
Almost everyone experiences it. Good thing there’s a fix
Creatine can boost the benefits of therapy in treating depression
Creatine, better known as a muscle-building aid, shows impressive results in improving the efficacy of talk therapy for depressed people
Why saying ‘I’m fine’ when you’re not might be hurting you
Letting people in doesn’t have to be a sign of weakness. Being open about your feelings is key to getting the support you need
March madness: if you’re feeling burnt out already, you’re not alone
If you're finding yourself running on fumes just a few months into the year, it might be time to make some cuts. Here's how
Osher Günsberg’s mental health plan for the upcoming election
The lead-up to an election sees politicians dial up the rhetoric and double down on double-speak. Use this guide to spot political sleight of hand and avoid campaign burnout
This 84-year-old’s skills inventory reveals what’s worth holding onto in life . . . if you can
A writer looks back on the skills he's lost, gained and kept, an exercise all of us might want to try one day . . . or tomorrow
Breaking the silence: a paradigm for saving a life from suicide
Suicide symptoms and behaviours are often in plain sight. But we won’t reduce the number of suicides in Australia
until we are aware of the barriers that stop us responding with urgency, not just concern
How to be there for a friend struggling with loneliness
It can be difficult to broach the subject of loneliness with friends. So, here's how to look out for your mates this Valentine's Day