Loneliness is that negative feeling that arises when our social needs are unmet by the quantity and quality of our current social relationships. As social beings, we rely on safe, secure social surroundings to survive and thrive. A 2023 survey revealed that Australians aged 18 to 24 are most affected by loneliness, but Phil McAuliffe, who calls himself 'The Loneliness Guy' says be a gift. Find out why.
Relationships can be hard at times. They need work while we navigate each other’s habits and attitudes in life and find our common ground. As they say, ‘opposites attract’! It is often our differences with stuff, including our money management and style which can cause real friction and frustration.
Once upon a time, romance novels from major U.S. publishers featured only heterosexual couples. Today, the five biggest publishers regularly release same-sex love stories.
Love knows no bounds, and in Australia, marriage is a celebration of that boundless love. This comprehensive LGBTIQ+ guide explores who can get married in Australia.
Art is why I get up in the morning, but my definition ends there... you know, it really doesn’t seem fair to be
living for something
I can’t even define, but there we are, right
here in the meantime.
We all fall over; it’s OK. To ‘fall over’ is a popular expression to convey the idea of not achieving the desired outcome or not meeting expectations in a particular endeavour. Learn the gentle art of transforming failure and your life.
If you feel stressed, make sure you take regular time out. Switch off from technology, develop your problem-solving skills, learn to say “no” and avoid over-extending yourself. Get support and tell others how you feel.
Tips for financial wellness during tough times. Financial wellness refers to being in control of your financial life and having the ability to meet current and future needs.
