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25.01.2022 Goal setting for things we want to achieve in the new year is something many of us are familiar with. However many dont stop to consider WHO we want to become & actively take steps to move closer towards that person. We can do this by first identifying our VALUES. Ask yourself "what is really important to me?" "What do I want to be known for?" "What do I want to stand for?". Write a list and pick your top 8. Then make a goal for how you can increase that value in your life over the next week, month or 3 months. #values #goalsetting #selfimprovement #personalgrowth #mindsetshift

25.01.2022 Self injury signs & symptoms are not always easy to spot as many people perform these activities in secret & hide the evidence. Some not so obvious signs that someone might be engaging in self harm include: unexplained injuries such as scratches & burns. unexplained physical complaints such as headaches or stomach pains. wearing clothing inappropriate to weather conditions (i.e. Long sleeves/pants in very hot weather) Hiding objects that could be used for self harm in... unusual places such as the back of drawers. If you suspect someone you know is self harming, a conversation can be a powerful tool to let them know you are here to support them & help get them linked in with a health professional. If you are stuck on "What to say" BeyondBlue offer some great advice on their website which we highly recommend you check out! . #selfinjuryawareness #selfharmawareness #psychology #psychologycafe #psychologymilkbar See more

24.01.2022 People who self harm may be secretive or feel ashamed about their behaviour. It helps to talk calmly and non-judgmentally about your concerns. SANE Australia recommends doing the following: Encourage the person to see a doctor or other health professional about the self harming. Suggest options for getting help, rather than directing the person what to do. Do not hesitate to call emergency services on 000 if you think the person is at risk of serious injury. Remember... that you cannot stop someone from self harming and it is not your responsibility when they do. You can only do your best to encourage them to get help. . #selfinjuryawareness #selfharmawareness #mentalhealth #psychologycafe #psychologymilkbar See more

23.01.2022 "Infidelity is the worst thing that can happen in a marriage, right? Think again. Whilst marital unfaithfulness is a devastating betrayal, the MOST damaging thing you can do in your marriage is to allow resentment to build". An interesting read by PsychCentral: http://psychcentral.com//resentment-can-damage-marriage-e/

23.01.2022 This month is Self Injury Awareness Month. Here at the Psychology Cafe we have helped countless people overcome their self harming behaviours & find more helpful ways to cope! Over the next couple of days, we want to share some facts VS myths about self injury & help you identify what your next steps could be if you or someone you know is self harming. Stay tuned! . . . #selfinjuryawareness... #selfharmawareness #selfharm #psychology #mentalhealth See more

23.01.2022 Some therapies are better than others!!! #psychologycafe ~ #evidencebased #researchdriven #outcomeoriented #NOTintimidating

22.01.2022 Ever seen one of those cool, calm and collected people & wondered if they are superhuman? So have we! But the truth is, they are not superhuman... they have simply built habits in their life that keep their stress levels under control! Stay tuned this week to find out what effective habits you too can build in your life to manage better under stress! #psychology #psychologycafe #mentalhealth

20.01.2022 Achieving your goals is great but will only bring short-term happiness. For lasting fulfilment in life the key is to live a life that is VALUES-FOCUSED. How do we do this? First step is to Identify what your values are. Then consider your values each time you have a decision to make. Ask yourself "is this decision moving me towards or away from my values?" #psychologycafe #happiness #psychology

20.01.2022 Some statistics suggest that as many as 1 in 5 females and 1 in 7 males have engaged in self-injury at one point in their life. Australian statistics from 2008-09 indicate 27.3% of treated self harm cases were between ages 15-24yrs, 45.3% were between 25-44yrs & 21.6% between 45 to 64yrs. The good news is, psychological treatments have been found to be greatly effective in reducing self harming behaviours & their underlying causes. . . #selfharmawareness #selfinjuryawareness #mentalhealth #psychologycafe

19.01.2022 Can't stop procrastinating? Try the "Just 5 minutes" principle. Tell yourself you will do just 5 minutes of work. Once you start, what you will usually find is you keep going - for 10, 20, 30 minutes or more! The biggest hurdle is beginning a task - so if it seems less overwhelming you are more likely to approach it rather than avoid! #procrastinationtips #approachratherthanavoid #productivity #worktip #studytip #houseworktip

19.01.2022 Happy New Year from all of us at Psychology Cafe! No doubt the goal setting & planning for 2018 is in full swing! Did you know that when it comes to goal setting there is both negative and positive motivation? Negative motivation is related to those things you want to get RID of like "I want to lose 10kgs" or "I want to quit smoking". Positive motivation, on the other hand, is what you want to GAIN. For example, "I want to gain my health back" or "I want to gain freedom from... my addiction". Negation motivation usually gets us to the start line, but positive motivation is what helps us to continue with momentum to see those plans through to completion. So as you make your 2018 plans think about what it is you want to GAIN not just RID from these changes or plans in your life & watch the motivation continue well past January! #goalsetting #newyearsresolution #motivation #fitness #beataddiction #improverelationships See more

19.01.2022 The #psychologycafe magazine is now available online. Click on the link below or visit www.psychologycafe.com Great articles on: - Innovations in Mental Health - Spotlight on Iraq - Health benefits of turmeric... - Positive Parenting - Expose on Anti-Human Trafficking organisations (A21, Hope For Justice, Destiny Rescue) and much much more https://static1.squarespace.com//14890371/tpc_mag_01-1.pdf See more

19.01.2022 Self harm isnt usually intended to be life-ending. There are many reasons why people deliberately injure themselves but many people describe self-harm as a way of coping with feeling numb or intense pain, distress or unbearable negative feelings, thoughts or memories. While people who self-harm may not intend to end their lives, the consequences of this risky behaviour can be fatal, and it needs careful assessment and care by a health professional. If you or someone you know is self-harming an important first step would be to visit your local GP or a psychologist for an assessment and to discuss a treatment plan. #selfinjuryawareness #selfharmawareness #psychologycafe #psychologymilkbar #mentalhealth

18.01.2022 ITS A NEW DAY... Check it out! Giving Mental Health Service Delivery a wake up and a shake up. #destigmatisingpsychology

18.01.2022 When planning a goal for 2018 ask yourself these questions.... 1. WHAT do you want to achieve? 2. WHY do you want to achieve it? 3. WHEN do you want to achieve it by? 4. HOW will you know when you have achieved it? ... #motivationmonday #nyresolution #nyresolutions #goals #fitnessgoals #lifegoals See more

18.01.2022 When we are stressed our body releases a hormone called Cortisol. Elevated levels of cortisol, over time, can increase our chances of developing a number of health problems & cause our stress levels to soar. Regular exercise has been shown to decrease the usual amount of cortisol in our bloodstream, leading to a reduction in symptoms of stress. Research has shown the best type of exercise is aerobic exercise such as brisk-walking, cycling, running & stair climbing for at least 30mins.

17.01.2022 Having a strong social network around us is one of the most important factors contributing to a sense of wellbeing. Be intentional in investing your time and energy in your relationships with family, friends, workmates & others in the community. #mentalhealth #psychologycafe #friendship #relationships

14.01.2022 Although self injury may be a way for a person to communicate to others that they may not be coping, it is very rarely only an "attention-seeking" behaviour. Self-harm is often a sign that a person needs help for a mental health problem associated with the behaviour. This might be an anxiety or depression disorder or another condition. It is therefore very important to see a GP or other health professional, such as a psychologist for assessment and to discuss a treatment plan. Treating the underlying causes will ultimately be the key in decreasing the self harming behaviour. . #selfinjuryawareness #selfharmawareness #mentalhealth #psychologycafe

13.01.2022 Psychologists are trained in a number of different cognitive techniques that can help you to choose what to think. When we change what we think, it often has a positive flow on effect into how we feel in our emotions and body as well as how we behave. #Powerofthoughts #mentalhealth #psychologycafe

12.01.2022 Mental Health Tip: Give to others. Give of your time, energy or finance to help someone else. Making a contribution to your local community, however small, increases social wellbeing. . #psychologycafe #mentalhealth #give

10.01.2022 Tip #2 Talk with your children about their school days. A large study of U.S. students found that parents talking with children about school activities and programs had a greater impact on academic achievement than parental volunteering, monitoring kids homework or limiting TV time.

10.01.2022 Finding it difficult to fall or stay asleep? Heres a tip: Never check the time when in bed. Resist curiosity and trust your alarm to wake you. This will stop your mind being activated and make it easier to fall & stay asleep. #sleeptips #sleephygiene #psychology #psychologycafe

09.01.2022 Self injury is more common in girls, however it is not unheard of in boys. In fact, it may just be that girls are more willing to get help than boys and therefore current statistics may underrepresent the percentage of boys that engage in self harm. Typically, girls are reported to engage in more cutting behaviours whereas boys are more likely to hit or burn. #selfharmawareness #selfinjuryawareness #mentalhealth #psychologycafe #psychologymilkbar

09.01.2022 Exercise has been shown to boost mental wellbeing by helping to reduce stress hormones and release "feel good" hormones, which in turn reduces symptoms of depression and anxiety. #mentalhealth #exercise #psychologycafe

08.01.2022 How do you get rid of self-imposed limitations & give yourself the freedom to pursue your heartfelt dreams & goals? PsychCentral offer some advice in their blog "How to Live a Life with No Limit". Read it here: http://psychcentral.com//2016/12/14/how-to-live-with-no-l/

08.01.2022 Research has found that those who spend more money on others and less on themselves at Christmas have higher levels of happiness! #christmaspsychology

07.01.2022 In todays society our lives are full of technology. To assist your health and wellbeing consider having technology free time in your week. During this time, take a walk outside, stretch or sit quietly in nature. #technologyfree #psychologycafe #mentalwellbeing

07.01.2022 Is your mind in need of a check up? #mentalhealth #psychologycafe #mindcheckup #mentalhealthawareness #importanceofthemind #psychology #coffee

06.01.2022 Our thoughts and prayers are with those experiencing Cyclone Debbie currently & in the hours to come. The Australian Psychological Society has released some helpful resources to help your children prepare for, cope through and recover from cyclones. Check them out here: http://www.psychology.org.au//Preparing-children-for-cyclo... http://www.psychology.org.au//cyclones%20recovery%20childr

06.01.2022 Good mental health is not a destination but a process. Its about having good daily practices of things that contribute to your physical & mental wellbeing. A good way to identify the activities or behaviours that assist in good mental health is to ask yourself: - what replenishes my emotional tank? - what helps relieve my stress? Once you have identified these things try to schedule in 30-60minutes a day to do these things! selfcare #psychology #psychologycafe #mentalhealth

05.01.2022 Many people can relate to being crazy, busy. Calm people are not those that necessarily live an opposite lifestyle, but are in the habit of taking time to slow down, savor and notice. Mindfulness is the practice of stopping & noticing - of being fully present in a moment. Start by scheduling in 10-15 minutes a day to just sit in stillness or take a walk in nature and become fully aware of the sights, smells, sounds & sensations around you. There are also a number of great mindfulness apps that can help get you started on becoming more mindful!

04.01.2022 Mental Health Tip: Develop Gratitude. Being thankful leads to increase wellbeing. Try keeping a gratitude journal and write down 3 things daily you can be thankful for. #mentalhealth #psychology #healthyhabits #gratitude #psychologycafe

03.01.2022 10% of each consultation at the #psychologycafe is dedicated to helping war affected families heal from their mental and emotion wounds. Please share this with your friends and get involved by visiting http://www.familychallenge.com.au/make-a-donation/

02.01.2022 We are having so much fun promoting @ruokday at the @psychologycafe today! Its amazing how three little words "Are You Ok?" can change a life!

02.01.2022 Cant stop procrastinating? Try the "Just 5 minutes" principle. Tell yourself you will do just 5 minutes of work. Once you start, what you will usually find is you keep going - for 10, 20, 30 minutes or more! The biggest hurdle is beginning a task - so if it seems less overwhelming you are more likely to approach it rather than avoid! #procrastinationtips #approachratherthanavoid #productivity #worktip #studytip #houseworktip

01.01.2022 If you are self harming the first step in getting help is to visit your GP or a psychologist for an assessment and to discuss a treatment plan. Treating the underlying causes will help make a long-term difference to reducing and stopping the impulse to self harm. Reaching out to a family member or good friend for their support is also likely to be helpful & you can even ask them to accompany you to your first appointment. . #selfinjuryawareness #selfharmawareness #mentalhealth #psychologycafe #psychologymilkbar