By Jessica Darvell (Psychologist). MPsych(Clin.),GradDipPsych, BCom/BSc. An important part of wellbeing is being able to centre ourselves and focus the energy within our bodies. Often when we become stressed or anxious we are occupied with our thoughts. Our attention is in our head. Our thoughts are usually focused in the past or future (the past Read More …

By Jessica Darvell (Psychologist). MPsych(Clin.),GradDipPsych, BCom/BSc. A survey by the Australian Psychological Society found that severe levels of stress are leading Australians to engage in risky behaviours to manage including drinking alcohol, gambling, smoking, and using recreational drugs. Being stressed makes us vulnerable, and it is concerning that so many of us are resorting to Read More …