In Melbourne, we are currently in stage 4 restrictions, which includes curfews. This has resulted in many being restricted in their movement, meaning more time spent at home and less time being distracted by the outside world. When we have more time at home, with less distractions, we have more time to think, to ruminate,…
Read MoreWhy adults need to remember the joys of play When we were teenagers, we wanted to be seen older than we were. And then, when we hit our twenties, we were suddenly thrust into the adult world where we were expected to act “mature” and fit into what society expected of grownups. Sure, physically our…
Read MoreDid you know that Neuroscience Researchers have found that we have a large number of sensory neurons and motor neurons, as well as neurotransmitters in not only our head brain, but also our heart and gut? These complex neural networks in our heart and gut, show levels of intelligence in their own way and according to mBIT can be considered brains.
Read MoreExam Season is upon us. Many teenagers and young adults are studying hard, preparing for their up and coming exams. Wanting to do the best they can so that they can achieve the score they require. But over whelming stress can impede their brain’s ability to take in information. Even if you’re not studying, but…
Read MoreMany people want to be told what they need to do next in their life. They want someone else to take control and give them direction. In truth, we are the only ones that know what our true destination is. It is within all of us to stop, listen and discern what our inner voice…
Read MoreLet’s talk about Gratitude and our Brain We have all heard about how practicing gratitude can reduce stress and increase happiness, but did you also know that being more grateful physically changes the molecular structure of the brain? I often speak about the importance of gratitude. Feeling grateful for the body you are in, the…
Read MoreEver get caught up in the dilemma of what your soul’s purpose is? Have you been stuck in the angst of wondering what life is all about? How you are meant to be? And what you are meant to do? Recently I read a book called Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl. Viktor Frankl…
Read MoreDon’t you just love games? I’m not talking about the games people play in life to manipulate events or other people. I’m talking about the fun games we can play to bring about joy and laughter into our lives. Scrabble, Monopoly, UNO. There are so many I remember playing as a child which I now…
Read MoreWe all have those days when we can’t think straight. You know, those days when you spill the milk, or drop your glass of water on the counter. Or those mornings you struggle to put more than 2 words together and the words fall out of your mouth in a jumbled mess. If this happens…
Read MoreDid you know that the little things we do, can make a difference in our lives? Consider the next two statements “It’s all the little things that annoy me.” Or “It was the straw that broke the camel’s back.” Both statements above are more about how negative small things can add up, but why not…
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