wellbeing toolkit
A curated collection of recommended books, articles, podcasts and videos. I’ve learned something from every resource I’ve shared which has evolved or changed my thinking or how I live my life. I hope you reap the same benefits.
APPS
Articles
Seven Surprising Health Benefits of Gratitude
Jamie Ducharme TIME
Building a Meditation Practice
Sarah Nguyen Talentary
Books
Reasons to Stay Alive
Matt Haig
First We Make the Beast Beautiful: A New Story About Anxiety
Sarah Wilson
Podcasts
How Gratitude Benefits Your Brain
The Science of Happiness
services
For mental health support:
Lifeline
Offers phone and online counselling support with a focus on crisis and suicide prevention. Ph: 13 11 14
Beyond Blue
Offers phone and online counselling support with a focus on anxiety, depression and suicide prevention. Ph: 1300 22 4636
Suicide Call Back Service
Offers phone and online support to those affect by suicide or suicidal thoughts. Ph: 1300 659 437
Discuss a Mental Health Care Plan with Your GP
If you think you might be living with a mental health issue, book a ‘mental health appointment’ with your GP to discuss a Mental Health Care Plan. They will discuss how you are feeling and can recommend possible treatment options.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
If you are an employee, check whether your company has an EAP. Through EAPs, companies often provide free access to between 3-6 sessions with a professional counsellor or psychologist. Usage details are generally anonymous.