Attuned Psychology
Is my child gifted? Encouraging gifted kids to flourish
* Have you noticed that your child has developed faster than other children of the same age? * Do other people comment on how bright and articulate your child is? * Do childcare workers or teachers mention that your child…
“I’m Not Good Enough”: What’s Your Story?
Now, let’s all be honest and admit that the thought of being “not good enough” has crossed our minds at least once. Let’s also not ignore our inadvertent tendency to compare ourselves to others. We compare ourselves to the person…
Eat for Happiness: 5 Rules
Take notice, an American psychiatrist, Dr Drew Ramsey (MD) has been one of the loudest spokespeople advocating for more attention to the link between our diet and our master mood regulator – the brain. With epidemic levels of obesity and…
Why didn’t I get the job? The not so hidden perils of anxiety
Job interview anxiety continues to be a struggle for many candidates in the job interview. As a result, many of us dread job interviews and experience negative thoughts about our performance in the days leading up to it. Despite this,…
Carpe Diem! How to make the most of time by living mindfully
Time – What does it feel like to you? Do you feel like it is disappearing fast or are you taking each moment and savouring it, knowing that it won’t come again? Life is precious. Do you know how to…
My child is anxious at school drop off. How can I help?
Most young children will experience some level of anxiety related to school at some stage, particularly when commencing their first year of school or at the beginning of each new school year or term after the holidays. They might worry…
Five key steps to managing change
For someone who dislikes change, I have had more than my fair share over time. I’m lucky. For the most part I have been in the driving seat – choosing change rather than having this forced on me (odd I…
13 Reasons Why: It’s Got Our Attention, So Let’s Talk About It
13 Reasons Why. Chances are you have either watched it, heard about it or have been somewhat curious about the series. To update those who may not be familiar, 13 Reasons Why is a topical and popular US Netflix series…
Did you know that your body language shapes who you are?
What do we give away without even realising it? Our body language, including the way we stand or sit can affect the way others see us and how we see ourselves. Our non-verbal postures convey some powerful messages to others…
4 simple steps to quickly de-stress
If I had the opportunity to meet you for 5 minutes in your life today and share one helpful evidence-based tip, this would be a mindful pause technique to encourage you to “take a mindful pause every now and then”.…
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