Discover Dreamy: Guided Meditations from the First Storytellers
If you enjoy using guided meditations to relax, sleep or ground yourself, this collection of mindful audio stories from Common Ground, a First Nations not-for-profit that […]
Archive Tag: mental health
Better U - Our Story (thus far)
You may have noticed the Better U branding around the university. You may have even visited the website and had a look around, hence arriving here. […]
2025 - Let's go!
Excited about 2025? Excellent – nothing to see here. If not, join me in some gentle and kind self-nudging. At 9am this morning, I sat down […]
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 […]
What Does a Psychiatric Diagnosis Mean?
Explore the nuances of psychiatric diagnoses in a thought-provoking article from Psyche. Mental health is a significant aspect of university life, and many students have to […]
Smartphone addiction and procrastination
This recently went out to those subscribed to the Procrastination Mailing List. I thought it was probably good for the blog as well. If you want […]
All of us at HCDS and Oasis are wishing you a successful path through exams
Wishing all students calm, courage, confidence, good health, self-kindness, and a bit of luck for exam season from the teams at Health, Counselling, Disability Services, and […]
My Well-being Ecosystem
Use this simple tool to remind yourself of the many ways you can look after your mental health. Or don’t. Either way, you rock! I’ve been […]
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 […]
I interviewed the World Happiness Report
Ever wondered what would happen if you could interview a report? In this playful exploration, we ask the World Happiness Report all the questions you’d want […]
Are you interested in mental health or procrastination training this summer...
Express your interest in joining the Be Well Plan or Studyology online programs this summer, and get a head start on mental health and productivity before […]
Did you know about....................?
Discover the 11 most under-the-radar student services that could boost your wellbeing, academic success, and personal development—get informed and make the most of your university experience! […]
ONLINE & FACE-TO-FACE Mindfulness for Academic Success – Final 5-week...
Boost your wellbeing and academic performance with our 5-week Mindfulness for Academic Success program—now available online and face-to-face! Chris and Sarah just let me know that […]
Be Well Mailing List is Live!
Join the Be Well Mailing List to receive regular emails on practical strategies for looking after your mental health as well as first access to […]
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 […]
Reading for Wellbeing Event in the Library - City and Bedford!
Natasha from the Library just piqued my interest with Reading for Wellbeing events they are holding on the 4th and 5th of September across the City […]
Meet the Disability Advisor Team!
The Disability Services team at Flinders University offers support, advice and resources to students with various health conditions (or who are caring for someone) who want […]
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 […]
Online registration forms for Be Well Plan and Studyology
Register for our online personal development programs, Be Well Plan and Studyology, by simply filling out a quick form – no more agonizing over what to […]
New Harbinger self-help book availability from library
New Harbinger Publications offers an excellent range of evidence-based self-help, psychology, and health books designed to enhance mental health and well-being, with many titles available as […]
I'd like to do another Be Well Plan in Semester 2
I’m keen to run another round of the Be Well Plan mental health and resilience program in Semester 2. I am aiming for the 5 x […]
Navigating Mental Health Supports: Southern Wellbeing Hub
Maintaining good mental health in the high-pressure environment of university is crucial, and Flinders offers excellent programs and services to help, but sometimes community resources like […]
Nature Based Wellbeing opportunities via Botanic Gardens
Damn, nature, you fine! Despite the fact that I love gardening, I spend very little time at the various Botanic Gardens that Adelaide has to offer. […]