Crafting a 'good enough' study day
A “good enough” study routine is more sustainable than a perfect one, so focus on key principles, not flawless execution, to build days that help you […]
Academic skills
New “Using AI for Study” Canvas Site - Worth an Hour of Your Time
Take a tour of Flinders’ new Using AI for Study Canvas site — a concise, practical starting point for understanding what AI can (and can’t) do, […]
Let's give this a go - a procrastination mailing list - join up
To be clear, it isn’t a mailing list for learning how to procrastinate (most people I meet are already experts at this). It is about […]
A tip sheet on improving your attention
A fresh BetterU tip sheet offers 8 science-backed strategies to help you reclaim your focus and spend your attention more wisely in a world full of […]
Mindfulness for Academic Success – Social Work Stream but Everyone Invite...
Designed with social work students in mind—but open to all—this special Mindfulness for Academic Success stream helps you manage stress, procrastination, and placement with practical tools […]
Some more musings on time management
An honest look at time management through three practical lenses – systems, skills, and story – with examples, reflections, and permission to keep evolving your approach. […]
You Got This! (exam pep talk)
I’ll be honest, I’m not particularly good at pep talks. But I do genuinely want you to have a good exam experience. With that in mind, […]
Like Lo-fi & Late Nights: The Perfect Study Combo
Want to actually remember what you study? Combine retrieval practice with spaced repetition for a powerful, brain-friendly learning boost. Not to get overly religious but let […]
Evidence-based study, exam preparation and writing tips
Upgrade your study practices with tips from cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and education, empowering you to balance your academic workload, personal life, and well-being. Updated 16/2/26 […]
Preparing for Exams - the Series
Each semester when exams are imminent, I remind students of this series. It is an ever-growing array of articles and references relating to how better to […]
Procrastinating? There’s an App for That (Actually, Five Kinds)
Explore five types of procrastination apps, each offering a different psychological approach to help you get started, stay focused, and feel better about study. You might […]
Feeling the Pressure of Assignments? SLSS Has Your Back
Struggling with study stress? Discover how SLSS can boost your academic skills and your confidence, right when you need it most. As we approach the end […]
Can the Right Kind of Noise Help You Focus?
Could the right background noise be a useful tool for better focus? A new study suggests it might help—especially for students with ADHD. I recently […]
Mindfulness for Academic Success goes online!
Boost your focus, beat stress, and study smarter with this fun and practical 5-week online mindfulness program, kicking off 21st May. We are going ONLINE for […]
The Self-care Mega Guide (2026)
I’ve been collecting self-care strategies for a while now and the current home for them is my Self-care Mega Guide. There is a lot in there […]
Is perfectionism impacting you?
My colleague Sam sent through a brief informative article on perfectionism for clinicians. I thought I’d extract some of the key ideas to give those of […]
Reminder: Body Doubling Sessions Launch this week at the Flinders Learning ...
Need study motivation? Find it at the Learning Lounge’s Body Doubling Sessions, kicking off Tuesday 29th April. Lots of great wellbeing and academic success initiatives launch […]
Spotlighting the Future of Wellbeing Promotion: Meet Elli and Aria
Meet two rising stars shaping the future of mental health promotion—one research-driven, one media-savvy—and discover how students are changing the wellbeing game. Recently, I’ve had a […]
Dopamine Menu as Study Ritual: Getting in the Zone Before You Hit the Books
A dopamine menu is a fun, energising way to get yourself study-ready by using pre-planned activities that boost mood, focus, and motivation—especially when calm isn’t cutting […]
Losing Focus? You're Not Alone—And Here's How to Get It Back
Tired of digital distractions hijacking your focus? This post explores the reasons behind our shrinking attention spans and offers practical strategies to reclaim your concentration and […]
Find Your Focus: Body Doubling Sessions Launch at the Flinders Learning Lou...
Find motivation and get things done in a supportive environment with the Learning Lounge’s body doubling sessions, where working alongside others can make a difference. When […]
Launch of the Learning Lounge Online
It is strange how life works. I had just finished authoring an email about the importance of learning how to study and why Student Learning Support […]
Last Chance to Register: Mindfulness for Academic Success Programs Start 18...
Last chance to register for Mindfulness for Academic Success! Boost focus, manage stress, and enhance well-being in this free five-week program starting 18th March at both […]
Why hello there Innovation and Future Skills workshops!
Interested in developing the skills needed in the future workforce? New Venture Institute’s Innovation and Future Skills workshop program might be right up your alley. When […]