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, Dr Karen Hallam, shines a light on the profession. 1) What's your...

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 has more than 16 years’ experience in sales under his belt and brings a...

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 pro-health and wellbeing behaviours (e.g. relaxation and exercise). In...

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. Unfortunately, stress can become distress if we are facing multiple...

Introducing Dr.Richard Chambers

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 of our minds, often dictate how we experience the world around us. An...

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 bit more about Julian, his vision and hobbies. 1) What's your...

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 cup in turn represents how ‘full’ we feel and relates to stress. We...

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 durations; that is, mix it up. If your preferred mode of movement is...

Read about how for generations human beings have evolved, survived and even thrived simply by being active.

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 responsibility and opportunity very keenly. Not only has the COVID-19...

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 good shape. And with 100 trillion bacteria in your gut, that’s a lot...

Trying to eat healthier, but confused by mixed nutrition messages about what are the best foods to eat?

Find out why gut health is important, and how it affects your mood.

How dietary changes can have effect on mental health. Find out more in this article.

Do you know eating fruits & vegetables is linked to good mental health? Click here to read more about it.

Struggling to stick to your goals? Discover the helpful tips in this blog.

The benefits of regular exercise are far-reaching. Discover our top tips to get more active in your daily life and reap the rewards.

EMPLOYERS are being urged to create ‘mentally healthy workplaces’, following the findings of the Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health System. This week, the Royal Commission’s final report was released and included a damning assessment of the state’s mental...