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Understanding the winter blues
I often say I am solar-powered. Like many who like the sunshine and being outdoors in it, winter brings a range of changes to my lifestyle and inevitably my mood. We refer to this as the 'winter...
Being part of something bigger: community and connection
As with many mornings, I recently began my day walking my dog. A perfect walk length for us is the local coffee shop. The exercise is good for both of us and for me I can definitely feel the...
Tips for celebrating World Health Day
April 7 is World Health Day. An initiative of the World Health Organization, World Health Day aims to highlight important health issues such as mental health and maternal and child care. This year,...
Prioritising mental health in the workplace
EMPLOYERS are being urged to create ‘mentally healthy workplaces’, following the findings of the Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health System. Recently the Royal Commission’s final report...
Getting to know Dr Karen Hallam
What inspires someone to become a psychologist and help people with their mental health? What drives them and makes their work so rewarding. In this article, Mental Health Advisor for Moving Mindz,...
Welcome to our new sales lead, Adam Gifford
Drum roll please… there’s a new kid on the block and he’s ready to take your corporate wellness game to the next level. Moving Mindz is thrilled to introduce our new sales lead, Adam Gifford. Adam...
Understanding the relationship between stress, anxiety and depression
Stress has a myriad of impacts on individuals, both physically and mentally. Some of these include impairment of healthy coping skills such as spending time with supportive others and engaging in...
Stress Busting
By Dr Karen Hallam Stress is a normal part of life. A little bit of stress helps motivate us to meet deadlines, face new challenges and juggle the many competing challenges we face on a daily basis....
Meet Dr Richard Chambers
Introducing Dr.Richard Chambers
Can you change your mind?
By Dr Karen Hallam Can one change their thinking? The short answer is yes. The long answer… it takes some work. As we all go through life, our thoughts, whether conscious or running through the back...
Meet our new CEO
It’s been an exciting few months at Moving Mindz, particularly with the appointment of our new CEO, Julian Taylor. Julian brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. In this Q and A, get to know a...
Introducing the ‘Stress Cup’
By Dr Karen Hallam There is an analogy I have used since becoming a psychologist with nearly everyone I have seen who struggles with stress, anxiety and depression. The analogy is one of a cup. This...
Movement and Brain function
By Shane Bilsborough MSc (Human Nutrition) All movement is good movement. The real benefits to movement are found when it’s done on a regular basis, such as daily and of varying intensities and...
Exercise and its value to Human Health
Read about how for generations human beings have evolved, survived and even thrived simply by being active.
How to make working from home work for you?
By Dr Anna Peeters The COVID-19 pandemic has made health, research and communication more important than ever. As the Director of Deakin’s Institute for Health Transformation, I feel that...
Eating your way to a healthier gut
By Dr Tim Crowe You are what you eat. It is a common saying, but when it comes to your health, especially your gut health, what you eat has a profound impact on keeping you and your gut microbes in...
The benefits of whole foods
Trying to eat healthier, but confused by mixed nutrition messages about what are the best foods to eat?
How food affects your mood
Find out why gut health is important, and how it affects your mood.
Diet changes improve depression outlook
How dietary changes can have effect on mental health. Find out more in this article.
Your greengrocer has the secret to happiness
Do you know eating fruits & vegetables is linked to good mental health? Click here to read more about it.
Setting Goals and Staying on Track
Struggling to stick to your goals? Discover the helpful tips in this blog.
5 tips to be more active in your daily life
The benefits of regular exercise are far-reaching. Discover our top tips to get more active in your daily life and reap the rewards.
Mental Health Month 2021
Today marks the start of Mental Health Month in Australia, and this year’s theme is about ‘tuning in’. It’s all about: Tuning in to yourself and how you are feeling right now.Tuning in to others and...
How to improve your sleep
How are you sleeping? If you’d like to know how to improve your sleep quality, discover helpful tips in this blog.
How to be more mindful
Mindfulness is all the rage at the moment, but what does it actually mean? Mindfulness is about being present in the moment. Not thinking of the past, not worrying about the future, but being...