How to access CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) online
Overview: CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) is a style of therapy that focuses on a person’s beliefs and how they think. By learning to pay attention to […]
‘How to’ series
Before You Hit the Books: A 5-Minute Mindful Study Routine
Inspired by my colleagues, me and chatGPT designed a simple five-step study ritual that helps you start with focus, stay mindful as you work, and finish […]
Phone and chat services for just about everything
One great thing that the digital age has enabled is access to support for different issues via phone and chat. In this post we maintain a […]
Looking after yourself during honours
Regardless of what discipline you are in, the Honours year is a challenging one. As with many challenges, it comes bundled with opportunity and growth potential. […]
Your life is eminently storyable
With the end of 2024 in sight, I ponder something a little outside the usual content. In this post, I explore the potential value in seeing […]
Getting off to a good start guide - Introduction
Overview: Our Getting Off To A Good Start Guide is a collection of tips and advice for new or returning students who want to start the […]
A coping/safety plan is a way of preparing for difficult emotional times
A coping/safety plan is a simple document outlining what you’ll do during periods of high distress or crisis. In this post, learn about an app and […]
Values - who do you want to be in life?
This is one of the first blog posts I wrote and the content is still relevant all these years later as values (affirmations of the person […]
How to manage your time ⏲
The average student is juggling a lot more than just their studies: family, work, hobbies/interests, health issues, caring responsibilities. Good time management is essential in meeting […]
New complaints process for students
Flinders University provides a comprehensive complaint resolution process for students, including steps for informal resolution, formal complaint lodgement, and decision reviews, supported by guidance and resources […]
How to belong
In today’s research digest, I look at unlocking belonging and how we navigate the complex world of connection and wellbeing. Since coming to this role in […]
Getting off to a good start guide - know your way around
Our Getting Off To A Good Start Guide is a collection of tips and advice for new or returning students who want to start the year […]
Getting off to a good start guide - Final words and summary recommendations
Our Getting Off To A Good Start Guide is a collection of tips and advice for new or returning students who want to start the year […]
Getting off to a good start guide - start your studies well
Our Getting Off To A Good Start Guide is a collection of tips and advice for new or returning students who want to start the year […]
Getting off to a good start guide - looking after yourself
Our Getting Off To A Good Start Guide is a collection of tips and advice for new or returning students who want to start the year […]
Getting off to a good start guide - your support system
Our Getting Off To A Good Start Guide is a collection of tips and advice for new or returning students who want to start the year […]
Getting off to a good start guide - Further reading
Our Getting Off To A Good Start Guide is a collection of tips and advice for new or returning students who want to start the year […]
A quick guide to preparing a disclosure script
You may find yourself in a situation where you need or want to disclose information about a health or mental health condition in order to advocate […]
I want to build a better life
There are many paths we can take in trying to improve our quality of life. This post looks quickly at a few of those paths and […]
12 best areas of life to optimise for balancing performance and wellbeing ...
Overview: The pressures of studying or working at university are real. I’ve been thinking a lot about the kinds of habits those of us at uni […]
How to cope when things get really tough
Overview: When things are going OK, self-care usually consists of investments we make in strengthening or improving different aspects of our lives. But when we’re in […]
How to find good health-related mobile apps
Overview: Apps on our mobile phones can help us develop the knowledge, skills and habits necessary to build and sustain our physical and mental health. But […]
What programs, services and resources are available from Health, Counsellin...
Overview: Health, Counselling and Disability Services are one of the support services for students here at Flinders. This post directs you to our Service Brochure so […]
How to get help in the community
Overview: It is normal to need help as one progresses through life. As a student at Flinders, you have access to a wide range of support […]