Compared to the booze-swilling generations before them, Generation Z knows when it’s time to put the glass down. Government statistics show that in less than two decades, Aussies aged between 14 and 23 have decreased risky lifetime drinking by almost […]
Thrashing around in a mosh pit while a heavy metal band screams at you might not sound very chill, but for fans of the genre, it can be extremely therapeutic. So says Australia’s kings of metalcore, Parkway Drive, who have […]
Some say ignorance is bliss. But when it comes to knowing your risk factor for a brain condition like Alzheimer’s disease, would you want to know? Alzheimer’s is a brain disease that causes a decline in memory, thinking and reasoning […]
When I flick through my weekly calendar, a kaleidoscope of colour emerges in my mind. Monday is painted in plum, Tuesday takes on a lime-green tint, Wednesday appears in deep ocean blue, and at the end of the week, Sunday […]
Reading is usually considered a solitary endeavour, but book groups transform it into a community-focused activity. When I first joined a book group at Avid Reader in Brisbane’s West End, I was hoping to make new friends and broaden my […]
Conspiracy theories often originate during a crisis, after a natural disaster or in times of political or social upheaval. We dive into the psychology of conspiracy and look at what drives people to follow and spread conspiracy narratives, how to […]
You open your closet and stare, bewildered, into a sea of clothes. What to wear today? It’s the first small decision of many that will leave you feeling overwhelmed and drained. If this sounds familiar, you may be suffering from […]
A couple of months ago, a story I wrote was shortlisted for a prize, and naturally, I shared the news with my family. My mum, the wonderful cheerleader she is, asked if she could read it. Without too much thought, […]
How do you start your day? There’s a lot to be said for discipline, sacrifice and hustle, especially in business and for your mental health. But understanding balance and sustainability is just as important. I’m not a morning person, so […]
Like orchids, highly sensitive people thrive in the right environment. Clinical psychologist and Highly Sensitive Person, Rachel Samson, reveals how you can identify and care for your sensitivity.
