Blog Category: Wellbeing
Understanding the Pressures Shaping Young Men Today
Boys Need Us Now More Than Ever: Understanding the Pressures Shaping Young Men Today Across Australia, adolescent boys are navigating pressures that previous generations never had to face. Supporting young men mental health Christian counsellors and chaplains has never been more important, as loneliness, identity confusion, and a loss of purpose impact how young men…
Reflections on Learning in Wartimes – Part 2
We look into the seven things you can put in place in your situation to optimise your learning and growth.
Reflections on Learning in Wartimes – Part 1
Friends, in 1939, during WWII, C.S. Lewis wrote Learning in Wartime. If you haven’t read it yet, I encourage you to do so. You can access it here. C.S. Lewis’ words are wise words indeed and have much to say to us here and now. And, whilst we are not in a war per se…
A Vulnerable God – Part 2
The past eighteen months have been such an interesting and distressing time for the whole world.
A Vulnerable God – Part 1
Of all the multiple ways our human brokenness shows up, probably none is more insidious and prevailing than shame. Shame whispers (and sometimes shouts)...
Baby Steps are the Hardest
Every new beginning starts with one simple, and seemingly impossible question: but how?
4 Tips to Start Again Strong – A Guide for Humans
New beginnings are part and parcel of all transitions. Those of us who have grieved endings and weathered heavy storms over the last year know that starting again is never easy.
X, Y & Z and the Three Fs
Although no one knows for sure what the long-term impact of the pandemic will be, it is likely to have a lasting effect on people of all ages and walks of life.
3 Ways to Live Intentionally
Nurturing our resilience involves deliberately doing things that improve our ability to bounce back from the stresses of life.
An Epic Invitation
Many of us are realising we have been more deeply affected by the events of 2020 and 2021 than perhaps we initially expected.
Finding Our Way Through Through The Messy Middle
It is a difficult time for all of us, and it is important that we stay as healthy, connected and supported as we can.
5 Secrets for the Masculine Journey
“’The major crisis today is with men. When men are healed, the healing of women will naturally follow.’’ Written more than 35 years ago, the words by author Leanne Payne still ring true today. If anything, the need in 2020 is even greater: over July and August, MensLine Australia’s calls by men about their mental health…
Easter 2020
This year, Easter weekend may look somewhat different to other years. This year, we may feel stuck inside our homes. This year, the media reports may be gloomier than ever. This year, we may not be going on our traditional family holiday. This year, we may not be able to gather with others to celebrate…
7 Ways To Reduce Stress At Work Before Christmas
Life can become hectic and stressful in the rush to accomplish all of our tasks at work before Christmas. Here are 7 ways to help reduce stress at work.
Promoting Good Mental Health In The Workplace
Looking after the mental health of our workers is a win-win situation for employers by reducing stress levels & increasing productivity in the work place.
Men’s Anger Management Explained
Understanding the emotions behind the anger, the shame, the purpose of anger, what anger management is and how it works can help with men's anger management.
Tell me, RUOK? Are you really Okay?
When people ask us if we are okay our usual response is to tell a white lie. However, sometimes we really need to reach out for help.
Depression Or A Simple Case Of The Blues?
From time to time we can become sad. However, depression is more than sadness or a case of the blues. Dr Henry Cloud explains the difference and what we can do to beat depression.
Presenting Issues at Private Practice Counselling & Family Therapy
Private practice counselling - In today’s world, there is a myriad of presenting issues that clients bring into the clinical practice.
Born With Purpose and An Identity
Finding purpose in everyday life can be challenging and rewarding. Knowing who we are in Christ gives us an identity, purpose and a destiny.
How Important Is Water & Hydration To Mental Health?
Melinda Vanry, from Fruit Of Brokenness, shares about the importance of staying hydrated to help our own mental health.
Self-Care Adds To Our Joy & Quality Of Life
Self-care adds to our joy and quality of life. Without self-care, our mental health and physiological health begins to deteriorate.
Toxic Controlling Relationships Aren’t Loving
A healthy relationship with another person doesn't involve smothering them or controlling them. Steer Clear of toxic controlling relationships.
10 Steps That Helped Me Defeat The Fear Of Flying
In these the ten steps that helped me overcome the fear of flying I learned to trust God with my life.
