Expert guidance, self-help hacks and real-life stories to help you improve your mental wellbeing.
Creatine can boost the benefits of therapy in treating depression
YOUR FAVOURITE GYM supplement continues its metamorphosis into an all-round holistic health superstar, with new evidence finding that as well as helping build muscle, creatine does double duty in treating symptoms of depression. The study, which was published in the...
Why letting go of your youth is harder than you think
Fitness can shape as a salve against the rigours of ageing. But what if you become obsessed with the way your body responds to exercise and hung up on looking younger? Here, one man who got stuck on the gain train, shares his story
Osher Günsberg on managing temper tantrums
There’s not always much difference in how men and toddlers respond to emotional triggers. Here’s how to manage your emotions like an adult
Osher Günsberg on coming to grips with what you can actually control in life
I WAS SO glad the Olympics showed up. It gave us a well-needed break from the constant coverage of chaos in the US, the Middle East and Europe. But now the Games are over, even the upcoming footy finals aren’t enough to keep me from being overwhelmed by the news. When...
10 signs you’re dealing with a sociopath, according to therapists
IN MOVIES AND on TV, sociopaths are commonly depicted as mega-villains who act outrageously cruel and are manipulative. In real life, however, sociopaths may be a little harder to identify. “Sociopaths in real life often look charming and can be quite liked as a...
Osher Günsberg on why you need a mental map
WHEN PEOPLE ASK me to their work to speak about mental health, one of the big points I like to hit is “no mental state is a permanent state”. The idea that while things might be bad now, it’s not always going to be like this. It’s not always going to be bad, and it’s...
Why you don’t need to be happy all the time to lead a fulfilling life
IF YOU’RE READING this because the headline caught your attention, then please allow me to elaborate on those few words. The truth is that it’s not just “you don’t need to be” happy all the time, but that “you can’t be and shouldn’t ever expect to be” happy all the...
New Stats Are In About Suicide – And Men Are Still Most At Risk
Mental health is still a huge concern around the nation, especially for men. (Trigger warning: this article discusses suicide)
Shawn Mendes Opens Up About Mental Health In Light Of Tour Cancellation
Refusing to conform to society’s penchant for hustle culture, Shawn Mendes chose to make mental health a priority. Now, he’s sharing the message with fans as he opens up about having to cancel his world tour.
Kit Harington Opens Up About Protecting His Mental Health
Former Game of Thrones star Kit Harington has opened up on the past and present challenges of protecting his mental wellbeing, “It shocks me that the biggest killer of men under 45 is suicide.”
‘Bigorexia’ Has Young Men Doing Dangerous Things for Muscle
Muscle dysmorphia—a psychological disorder marked by an obsessive desire for a jacked physique—is on the rise. Social media is exacerbating the problem, but it may also offer new solutions.
Australia Will Legalise Mushrooms And MDMA For Medical Use
From July, both MDA and magic mushrooms will be available on prescription as Australia becomes the first country in the world to officially legalise the drugs for medical use.
Osher Günsberg On The Liberating Feeling Of Saying ‘I Don’t Know’
Why do we try so hard to prove we’re on top of things, when deep down we know we’re not?
Here’s What ‘Your Body Keeps the Score’ Really Means
Nobody can stop talking about this book right now—8 years after it was published. You might want to listen.
5 Ways To Reset Your Mindset To Step Into A Positive 2023
By taking new risks and stepping out of our comfort zones, we are challenging our minds to be open to new possibilities.
‘Outlander’ Star Sam Heughan Opens Up About His Experience With An Eating Disorder
Actor Sam Heughan has spoken candidly about the pressures of acting and their impact on body image, which ultimately led him to develop a low-level eating disorder.
More People Than Ever Are Experiencing Burnout, But What Can We Do About It?
Since the start of the pandemic, the term ‘burnout’ has become ubiquitous, with more than half of us reportedly afflicted. Are we in the midst of a nationwide mental health crisis – or is this an inevitable symptom of a culture that misjudges the purpose and value of work?
Brendan Fraser Opens Up On The Impact Of Multiple Body Transformations
Brendan Fraser is barely recognisable in his latest blockbuster ‘The Whale’. He's endured a number of drastic changes to his body throughout his career and is opening up on his struggles.