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, […]
Performance
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 […]
Brain Boosters Revisited: What’s Changed (and What Hasn’t)
A reflection on recent research into brain-boosting supplements, revisiting past scepticism and highlighting why I think lifestyle foundations still matter most. Back in 2019, I wrote […]
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 13/12/25 with […]
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 came […]
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 […]
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 […]
5 tips for getting a bit more nature in your day
Can’t get outside? Science says even brief glimpses of nature imagery can lift your mood, soothe stress, and boost your brainpower! Many years back in the […]
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 […]
Mindfulness for Academic Success - 2026
What if you could be less stressed, more focused and just get study done? THE DETAILS & REGISTER OASIS Student Wellbeing Centre – Register by […]
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. […]
Sign up forms for many of our wellbeing-focused programs in 2025
2025 is here! If you’d like to register your interest for one of our wellbeing programs in 2025, we’ve got quick links to all of the […]
Job Confidence in a Nutshell
Careers would like you to know about their self-paced online workshop around Job Confidence. And who am I to stand in their way? Job Confidence in […]