Written by Shaun Williams, Counsellor, Connect Psych Services Belonging and connection are essential human needs, particularly relevant within the LGBTQIA+ community due to unique societal challenges. So, what exactly does IDAHOBIT have to do with belonging and connection? Importantly, the International Day against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), celebrated globally, serves as a powerful … Read more
By: Simone Hirst, Marketing & Communications Manager, Connect Psych Services We all know the saying (and the song!) “Don’t Worry Be Happy” and although easier for some than others to apply this mantra, happiness plays such a significant role in influencing employee and workplace well-being. So how does happiness in the workplace benefit teams and … Read more
Written by: Biunca Durston, Customer Success Manager, Connect Psych Services. Change is an inevitable part of life, and as the saying goes, the only constant is change. However, many individuals find themselves paralysed by the fear of the unknown, often overestimating the negative impact of potential changes in their lives. This psychological phenomenon is known … Read more
Written by Simone Hirst, Marketing & Communications Manager, Connect Psych Services. How do you recognise Employees and their contributions to the business? SuperFriends recent 2023 indicators of a thriving workplace found that recognition held the lowest score when the psychosocial hazards were measured in over 10,000 respondents. Celebrating employees can be done in various meaningful … Read more
By Simone Hirst – Marketing & Communications Manager Connect Psych Services International Volunteer Day – December 5th Although one of the obvious benefits of Volunteering is helping others, volunteering also offers a wide array of benefits for our own mental health. By participating in volunteer work it can contribute positively to overall well-being by fostering … Read more
Engaging kids in sports within a community setting can be instrumental in equipping them with good mental well-being practices in several ways: 1. **Social Support:** Community-based sports foster a sense of belonging and connection among children. They learn to work in teams, communicate effectively, and develop friendships. These social connections act as a support network, … Read more
By Shaun Williams Connect Psych Practitioner As I walk past a local café in Melbourne, I notice a group of approximately 8–10 elderly men. They are busily chatting, laughing, hand gesturing in a wonderfully vibrant manner, and I assume they are all well and truly retired. They are here at this café daily and I … Read more
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