News: mental health

Monsters, inner struggle & stigma

graffiti art of a monster in a pink backdrop

In the age of media, constant dopamine hits and perfection – pretending like you’re fine is an easy skill to master. Continue reading for my thoughts on showcasing your inner struggles.

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How to feel awesome every day

Juggling balls

Life is a challenge. It has its highs, it has it's lows, it has it's mediums when you don't really know what's happening, or what to do. And sometimes, we can just get plain bored. I've put together a few different things one might call some sort of bucket list to help you destroy your boredom, take a break from work and uni and brighten your life up a little. 

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What’s your role?

Mental Health Matters wallpaper on iPad

I attended the Student Health and Wellbeing Mental Health Awareness Month launch last Friday.

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The internship 2: I got the job!

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As some of you may know, if you've read my first 'The Internship" blog post, I have had the amazing opportunity to be apart of the Career Trackers program. If you haven't read my first blog I'll fill you in anyway...

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Walking for wellbeing

Someone going for a walk

I have recently been appreciating the simplicity of a nice walk in nature and the benefits it brings to my health and my daily routine. 

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Socials for instant happiness

Ever feel exhausted from social media? Here are just a few of the Instagram pages that make me feel happy and content, you should follow to feel the same!

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25 years of Blues Clues

At 10 pm Wednesday night, I was doing my nightly social media scrolling and came across a very familiar face on Instagram. This face was wearing a white hat with an embroidered pencil on it, a green stripe shirt, and glasses (which was not so familiar). This face belonged to Steve Burns, the original host and best friend of Blue in Blues Clues.

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Sustainability week

A sustainable earth

It's sustainability week on campus! And it is really comforting to have the presence of a sustainable culture around campus and online. 

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What your favourite animal says about you

lion

The other day I was showing my mum some cute videos of baby elephants, knowing that elephants are her favourite animal. It got me thinking that elephants being her favourite animal says a lot about her personality. It got me thinking that we do really relate our personalities to our favourite animals, or "spirit animals". And I’m sure you’ve already done a classic Buzzfeed quiz on what your spirit animal is or what it means, but here are just a few descriptions of what I think your favourite animal says about you. 

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Is social drinking good for me?

A group clink drinks

I've been wondering if social drinking is any good for me? Or is it just a path to an unhealthy habit and an empty wallet?

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