Queensland Mental Health Week: 6-14 October 2018 During the week, people across Queensland come together through events, conversations and activities to value mental health; their own, that of loved ones, friends and colleagues, and people in our communities that need support. Be active – Physical activities like walking can positively influence the way you think, feel [...]
All couples argue to one degree or another. The question is, are you simply a fiery emotional pair? Like in the movies where she yells at him, he yells back that he won’t put up with it anymore, and then suddenly they are passionately kissing. If this is you, then disagreements may be your idea of [...]
Are you haunted by something that happened in your past? Whether someone wronged you or you made a decision you regret, forgiveness is what you do for yourself, not for other people. When you forgive, it doesn't mean that you approve of what's happened. Rather, it means that you're giving yourself permission to move on with [...]
There comes a time when adulthood beckons and we are ready to get into a serious, healthy relationship. This is often when things get interesting. The relationship is going well, but you start thinking about all your failed relationships. You’re not used to been happy in a relationship, and you’re not even sure how to respond [...]
Stress and the overwhelming demands of being a busy working mum can take their toll. A client Sue describes feeling constantly uptight and wired trying to be the perfect working mum – from dealing with homework, pick-ups and drop-offs to cooking and providing the love and care her kids need, along with running her husbands busy [...]
The 2017 Sensis Social Media Report confirms that Australia’s obsession with smartphones is growing, in fact almost 8 in 10 Australians (79%) are now on social media, which is up 10 points on last year. The report also found that locations and places that were once regarded as taboo for accessing social media, such as at [...]
Time goes so fast that we rarely take the time to see how far we have come. So before deciding your New Year resolutions and goals, take some time for 2017. What are some big things and little things that you made happen this year? What did you experience that you are really proud of? Look [...]
Here at Amima Counselling we use Gottman Method Couples Therapy, it is evidenced based and designed to teach you practical skills to improve the friendship in your relationship and help you manage conflict in a positive way. Dr John Gottman is known as “the guy that can predict divorce with over 90% accuracy”. Dr John Gottman has researched [...]
Unfortunately divorce statistics remain grim. The chance of a first marriage ending in divorce over a forty-year period is around 50 percent. With half of all divorces occurring in the first seven years. So with the chance of getting divorced remaining so high, it makes sense for all married couples to put more effort into their [...]
R U OK?Day is our national day of action dedicated to reminding everyone that we’ve all got what it takes to ask, “are you ok?” and support those struggling with life. The day is about inspiring people to start these conversations every day of the year. Help get your school, workplace and community asking "are you ok?" [...]