Mind

The summer after my first year of law school, I’m back in Tokyo, solo, interning at a multinational company. It’s different, or I’m different. It’s less Hello Kitty– nostalgia and more irasshaimase (welcome) to the real world, kid.

We all tell lies. That is a sad but undeniable truth. The question is whether those lies damage the important relationships in your life and, if they do, how can you change this?

Whether it’s news, social media, shopping or streaming our favourite shows, smartphones offer us life “on-demand”. But experts think this convenience comes at a hidden cost, diminishing our patience and holding us back from reaching long-term goals.

We’re told that healing should be easy to measure. What happens when we let go of those expectations and embrace a more authentic process?

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is far more than just a “neat-freak” stereotype. For the estimated 500,000 Australians living with it, OCD can be a deeply distressing and debilitating condition. Intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviours create a cycle of anxiety that can impact every aspect of life — from relationships to daily routines — leaving many feeling trapped in their own minds.

We discover the healing properties of crystal singing bowls with an online course from Rainbow Sounds.

The devastation of loss can evoke physical symptoms, such as exhaustion, insomnia and, of course, crying. But it’s not just our bodies that are affected. Neuroscience reveals that grief rewires our brain. By understanding how, we can strive towards healthy healing after loss.

Echoing into the future to affect subsequent generations, our ancestors’ lives shape us in insidious ways. Here, we explore how to heal our ancestral wounds.

Flirting is essential to meeting someone and expressing interest, but it is as terrifying as it is thrilling. It is personal and yet it is universal, and somewhere in the paradox that is flirtation are some delicious truths about life.

Learn how reflexive reactions shape us and how emotional reflection, with techniques like WISER, can improve stress management.

Discover how to shift your mindset, explore flourishing, and align your values for a more purposeful, fulfilling life

Doom spending, driven by stress and anxiety, can harm finances and mental health. Learn mindful habits to regain control.