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The powerful psychology behind tidying up
As you read this article, take a second to think about the state of your home.
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The psychology of habits
With so many of us going into the new year with new, sometimes never before (or many times before) attempted resolutions, I thought I would share some helpful insights on how to maximise your chances of success with these:
Read MoreAuthenticity: what does it really mean and how do I get more of it?
In our busy world full of interactions with others, meetings, conferences, new adventures, newly formed relationships and the social media connectedness that we have, do you sometimes feel like you are not able to be your true “authentic” self?
Read MorePositive psychology for increased wellbeing
Traditionally, psychologists have been focused on alleviating human suffering by supporting individuals to relieve the negative symptoms they experience.
Read MoreHow to break the cycle of fear
Fear can be uncomfortable and crippling
Read MoreThe psychology of persuasion
Do you wonder what causes us to say yes to some things and no to others?
Read MoreProcrastination – why do we do it?
How many of us have put off meetings, booking appointments and engaging in important activities in favour of something that seems much less important – and yet we keep repeating this cycle?
Read MoreStress in relationships:the sources and the antidotes
Stress in relationships The reality is, even the most successful and enduring relationships have stress and conflict.
Read MoreDon’t be SAD this autumn and winter
Don’t be SAD this autumn and winter
Read MoreThe importance of gut health
The gut and the brain A lot of clients come to me struggling with symptoms of anxiety and depression, wanting strategies to better cope with some of their daily struggles.
Read MoreUnderstanding and managing anxiety
Although many of us lead busy social lives, have dynamic workplaces, play sport and spend time with loved ones regularly, it is normal for some of us to have feelings of anxiety at some point in our lives.
Read MoreMental health makes our physical health
Mental health makes our physical health
Read MoreSoups, salads, patience and supplements
Soups and salads Looking for a great way to alter your eating habits to not only lose weight but improve your nutritional intake?
Read MoreWhy weight matters
There is a growing trend or should I say niche’ market for personal trainers that targets the overweight and obese population which in many respects should be applauded.
Read MoreMore than just a body transformation
I’d like to share one of my latest success stories with you of recent time.
Read MoreInjury, see your GP and be your best!
Injury Injury, discomfort and pain are things that we all despise. To move freely, effortlessly and pain-free is a wonderful feeling (often taken for granted) and this not only helps with our everyday movement but helps us mentally feel alive and well.
Read MoreGetting back to basics
eat well, move and focus on happiness! The healthy eating pyramid I am constantly amazed at just how many people discredit the healthy eating pyramid that has continually evolved for over 30 years by Nutrition Australia and in 2015 was re-launched with a fresh new look and targeted health messages.
Read MoreBody awareness, lower back pain and goal setting
Poor body awareness Nearly every new client I see and take through a health, fitness, posture and body composition assessment has very little understanding on some simple things that they can do to move more freely, feel better, reduce pain and poor mobility and to generally improve their posture.
Read MoreBeing fit for living
Depression and exercise One of the great things that I have noticed over my 20 years as a personal trainer has been the increased prevalence of people opening up about their feelings and letting me into their world and to then listen, try to understand and to help where I can.
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