Forget smoothies,candles and retreats. For the ultimate wellness hack,get gardening

Forget smoothies,candles and retreats. For the ultimate wellness hack,get gardening

With some comparing it to a “nourishing therapy session”,pottering around with plants is blooming lovely – even as our backyards shrink.

  • byAmanda Hooton

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According to experts,there are many reasons why lying on the floor makes us feel,well,grounded.

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Ditch the doomscroll:How to reset your relationship with tech

Ditch the doomscroll:How to reset your relationship with tech

Experts share their advice on how to rehab a phone addiction (for real this time).

  • byMelissa Kirsch
I made two massive changes to my life. You can embrace big choices,too

I made two massive changes to my life. You can embrace big choices,too

Since leaving my high-profile ABC role,I am frequently stopped in the street and asked,“how did you do it?”

  • byJacinta Parsons
The travel lesson we should learn from Denmark

The travel lesson we should learn from Denmark

The cosy Danish concept of hygge might make your travels more mindful and less expensive.

  • byBrian Johnston
Difficult people don’t have to dominate your life. Here’s how to deal with them

Difficult people don’t have to dominate your life. Here’s how to deal with them

It’s human nature not to get along with everyone,but some people go beyond rubbing you up the wrong way.

  • byEvelyn Lewin
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Phone calls a barrier to help for young people who prefer to text
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Phone calls a barrier to help for young people who prefer to text

More funding will be directed towards Lifeline’s text and webchat services in NSW,amid concerns making a phone call to be a barrier to seeking help.

  • byMary Ward
Microstress could be the reason you’re feeling so overwhelmed

Microstress could be the reason you’re feeling so overwhelmed

Can’t quite put your finger on exactly why you’re feeling anxious today? It’s probably microstress.

  • byAlison Izzo
White noise,green lights and a silk mask:Sleeping is more exhausting than ever
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White noise,green lights and a silk mask:Sleeping is more exhausting than ever

I have reached the age where falling asleep requires a full Vivid Festival style production.

  • byThomas Mitchell
I’ve only been to Chadstone once – I’ve found my bliss away from malls
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I’ve only been to Chadstone once – I’ve found my bliss away from malls

I’ve lived in other countries where the concrete confines of shopping malls dominates. In Australia,we are lucky we get to embrace nature every day.

  • byMaida Pineda
Phone off,look at leaves:How to turn your bushwalk into a forest bathe

Phone off,look at leaves:How to turn your bushwalk into a forest bathe

The Japanese practice has been linked to reduced stress,improved mental health,and enhanced immunity. Here’s how to do it.

  • byKimberly Gillan