The Power of Community for Different Health Concerns
Most people consider socialisation an important part of their lives, as they can bond with people through common interests to alleviate loneliness. While this is a great benefit for human connection, social support is also an integral aspect of health....
Reasons why your teenager is riddled with procrastination
by Alison Lenehan As a teenager, I often recall sitting at my desk late into the night, attempting to diligently complete my schoolwork. My little desk light (with the old fashioned bulb) was turned on for that many hours that...
Resilience In The Invictus Games: A Deep Dive Into The Event That Made A Splash
The Invictus Games – held recently in Sydney - is an international multi-sport event, in which wounded, injured or sick armed services personnel and their associated veterans take part in sports.
NOBODY’S PERFECT!!
Perfection. Wouldn’t it be nice? We have all heard of it and many of us desire it, but what are the consequences of embarking on a pursuit for perfection? Firstly, it is important to distinguish between adaptive (helpful) and maladaptive (unhelpful) perfectionism....
Five tips for increasing your productivity
By Ruth Fordyce Psychologist, The Resilience Centre Would you say that you are a productive person? Are you aware of all the current jobs needing your attention, and are you making good progress on them? Note that I am NOT asking...
Thinking there is perfection is your first imperfection (the first of many)
Hi, my name is Alison and I am a perfectionist. Actually, let me rephrase that. I’m a recovering perfectionist. Take it from me, the road to recovery from perfectionism is a long and difficult one. Why is perfectionism such a...
The development of “self”
By Lyn Worsley, Clinical Psychologist Over the past weeks I have been reflecting on how we develop our potential and what defines us as unique individuals. The Self in psychology refers to the knowledge and sense of who we are as...
