I'm taking a break!
BetterU is going to be a little quiet for a while. Hey everyone, Just a quick heads-up that the BetterU blog will be a little quiet […]
Self-care guide for PhD Students
Would you like an uncomfortably large amount of advice about completing a PhD, in a single document? I guess I thought, doing a PhD, you’d be […]
Pat and Chat: take a paws and explore career support!
Take a break with Waffle the therapy dog and connect with USEP for friendly, specialist career support for students with disabilities, mental health conditions, or neurodiversity. […]
Why Scott H. Young’s Foundation Project Is Worth a Look
Scott H. Young’s Foundation Project shows how strengthening life’s key foundations can quietly transform wellbeing, one month at a time. If you’ve ever wondered where to […]
Participate in Oasis Student Survey for a Chance to Win $250 Gift Card! - L...
Last chance to complete the Oasis Student Survey and potentially win a $250 gift card. The team at the Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre at Flinders University […]
The Mindful Spiral: A Student-Created Resource for Outdoor Wellbeing
Education student Kiora has flexed some serious creative muscle and created a website called The Mindful Spiral which maps 10 wellbeing activities to the walking trail […]
When 'Good Advice' Feels Bad: Why Generic Self-Care Doesn't Always Work (An...
When generic wellbeing advice doesn’t fit your life, remember, it’s not you, it’s the advice. Sometimes, what you really need is a personalised plan and a […]
Be Fearless, Be Me: Inclusive Celebration Day
ISS and their partners have a wonderful pipeline of events in the works. Next up? Inclusive Celebration Day, 3rd December, to celebrate International Day of People […]
Two protocols for building self-compassion
There are many skills worth developing in life: juggling, joke-telling, changing a flat tire. A useful psychological skill is self-compassion. I’ve spoken about self-compassion previously, […]
Neurodiversity CoP events that I am a bit late in promoting!
Apologies if you encounter these after they happened. I was a bit slow off the mark in promoting them.
Feeling meh? Second Chance to Join the Flinders Live Well Study
If you are over 17 and feeling “meh,” a second opportunity to participate in a one-week online wellbeing program, developed by a Flinders PhD student Elli, […]
Stress Happens - Here’s How I Cope (and Where You Can Get Help Too)
Public health student Akon shares how she tackles stress, and how you can to with support, self-care, and a solid routine. Hi, I’m Akon, a public […]
Understanding Emotions Through Cinema: Lessons from Manic
Through the lens of the film Manic, Social Work student Fern gently explores how anger, vulnerability, and the courage to seek help can become pathways to […]
Celebrating World Mental Health Day at Oasis
Yeah this event has passed, but it’s a good chance to alert you to the fact that pop-up celebrations like this are actually quite common on […]
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 […]
Casual Jobs at the bp Adelaide Supercars event this November - hiring on Ca...
This is good for your wellbeing if you like money and cars. Get paid to be part of the action – Guaranteed Casual Jobs at the […]
From Student to Supporter: How ISS Helped Me Find Strength and a Way to Giv...
From crisis to connection. How Jinbo, an international student, turned personal hardship into a reason to give back through volunteering and placement. When life throws you […]
Weaving Art Therapy
Social Work student Rachel describes how an Aboriginal weaving workshop at Flinders showed how art can be both cultural expression and a powerful tool for student […]
Participate in Oasis Student Survey for a Chance to Win $250 Gift Card!
The Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre is a home away from home for many students. They’re constantly improving the services and programs. Let them know what would […]
Flinders University Discord Hub for all your social needs 🤖
I checked in on this today (13/10/25) and the number of clubs on Flinders University Discord Hub has grown!! Check it out to see if your […]
More Than Just a Website: How We Partner With Your Teachers to Support You
Discover the teamwork happening behind the scenes as we partner with your teachers to make wellbeing a core part of your Flinders journey. Helloooooo! (I’m not […]
Celebrate World Mental Health Day @ Oasis 9th October
Surely the presence of free food and fun is all you need to know here? Clicking the image will take you to registration.
Read & Write: The Free Study Tool I Wish I’d Used Sooner
Public Health student Laura, currently on placement with BetterU, shares her top Read & Write tips in her first article — a game-changing study tool now […]
Mental Health Challenges for International Students: The Perspective of a C...
In her first post for BetterU, Abby, a Chinese international student shares her personal journey through the mental health challenges of studying abroad, offering insight, hope, […]