Understanding burnout, and the simple strategies that can help you cope.

Written by Alex Melzer, BPsych (Honours) AHPRA Registered Psychologist In the relentless pace of today’s working world, many of us grapple with the challenge of burnout – a state of physical, mental and emotional exhaustion. This is not just about feeling tired after a busy day; it’s a deeper fatigue that can impact our overall … Read more

The benefits of happiness in the workplace – International Day of Happiness (March 20th)

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

Impact Bias: Overcoming the Fear of Change for Personal Growth

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

Recognising Employees, Employee Appreciation Day – March 1st

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