Become a Supercommunicator with our upcoming October workshop in the City
It is not every day that we get to launch a new workshop, and I am particularly excited about our upcoming new workshop on becoming a […]
Life Skills
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 […]
Mental health is everybody's business, with Dr Sarah Barker
Medibank run some great health and wellbeing sessions for students and staff. There is one coming up on the 11th September, exploring mental health and wellbeing […]
Flinders Speaks! - sharpen your public speaking skills
Sharpen your public speaking skills in a safe and supportive environment – no preparation required. I work one day from the city campus. I really like […]
Horizon Workshops and Events for S2 2024 Announced!
2024 has been a great year so far for doing some amazing training and self-development alongside your degree. Announced today is Horizon’s Semester 2 2024 catalogue […]
Announced! S2 Mindfulness for Academic Success and Life Hacks Sessions
Boost your academic performance and personal wellbeing this semester with counsellor Chris’s evidence-based programs, Mindfulness for Academic Success and Life Hacks. Details in post. Mindfulness for […]
Enhance Your University Experience with Mindfulness Courses from Monash
If the mindfulness training options at Flinders don’t fit your needs or timetable, consider the low-cost courses from Monash University that can enhance your personal and […]
Talking mind maintenance with CHASS Honours students
The health of your mind is central to navigating the demands of academic life. I recently got to talk to some Honours students from CHASS about […]
How to prepare yourself psychologically for work placements
Work placements provide students with valuable hands-on experience, helping them to develop practical skills and gain real-world insights into their chosen field of study. Work placements […]
Huberman Lab Network Newsletters
One of my favourite podcasts produces protocols on a range of study relevant topics (e.g. goal setting, sleep). Learn more in the post. One of my […]
Open Art Studio - Create and Connect with Art Workshops on Campus
Looking for a more creative way to invest in yourself? Consider the Open Art Studio workshops run by the Flinders University Museum of Art (FUMA). Upcoming […]
Embrace Wellbeing at Flinders University's Wellbeing Week
Wellbeing Week is part of the extended Orientation program, open to everyone at Flinders. Engaging with Wellbeing Week can be as simple as taking a moment […]
Mental Health and Mental Fitness Presentation for 1st Year Medicine
I gave a talk to 1st Year Medicine students. There were slides. Those slides are attached. The world is again in balance. On the 18th March, […]
Slides from 'Intro to Oasis Wellbeing Programs' orientation presentation
Attend an ‘Intro to Oasis Wellbeing Programs’ presentation as part of Flinders Orientation 2024 and want the slides? It is your lucky day. Details in post. […]
Horizon Workshops and Events for S1 2024 Announced!
2024 is shaping up to a year where you can do some amazing training and self-development alongside your degree. Announced today is Horizon’s Semester 1 2024 […]
Writing for Wellbeing 2024 Workshop with Grace (SLSS) and Gareth (HCDS)
Do your 2024 self a favour and sign-up for our Writing for Wellbeing Workshop taking place during Orientation week (20th Feb) 2023 is in the bag […]
Self-care and Mental Health
Were you looking for a guide on how to improve and maintain your mental health through self-care practices? I’ve got something that might help. The Foundation […]
Develop your own curated information diet
I feel like modern cultural pressures emphasise staying well informed through news and social media sites. But that can lead to an overconsumption of content that […]
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 […]
Mindfulness for Academic Success drop-in sessions
Some good news from Mindfulness for Academic Success coordinator Chris O’Grady – upcoming drop-in sessions open to all students, no registration required. GOOD NEWS! Mindfulness for […]
Dealing with imposter syndrome
Imposter syndrome pops up regularly in the university environment, from first year students wondering if they got what it takes to be at uni, to seasoned […]
Get to know future you and it might change how you live your life now
I’m sure future Gareth is amazing. Well…..maybe. Actually, I don’t really know him, but some research suggests that maybe I should try to get to know […]
Wellbeing Week Website is Live!
University is a time to equip yourself with skills beyond your university degree. For example, nowadays, self-care and wellbeing skills are recognized as essential. Timely then […]
Heads-up on some wellbeing activities coming up!
Ready to take on the second half of Semester 2? Think you need a tune-up in terms of productivity and wellbeing? There are things happening in […]