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Fathers

12 Jan 2012

Many fathers today see themselves as an integral part of family life no longer content to put all their energy and love into their careers. Increasingly, fathers are taking time to play, cuddle, talk and teach their children.

Unlike the past, where fathers were more inclined to be distant, fathers today are seeking to share parenting responsibility, strive for a better balance between work and home and to be there to encourage, support and believe in their children.

How our thoughts can affect our behaviour

03 Jan 2012

One of the things I enjoy most about my job is trying to understand human behaviour. We humans are so fascinating. Even though we are all of the same species (homosapians), we all act differently. These differences in behaviour has much to do with how our mind interprets events. The mind is the strongest yet often the most overlooked organ, which influences and alters our behaviour.

The End of The Road - For Now

30 Nov 2011

Well, I've had three days of transition and re-entry into 'normal life' and time to reflect on the amazing odyssey that was Project Yellow. The final day was a wonderful experience, with RAQ CEO, Shane Klintworth coming out and running a final 45km marathon with Alida and me (it actually turned out to be about 47km! - sorry Shane!!).

Veterans’ Families Helpline Launched

03 Oct 2011

A new free and confidential telephone service in the Brisbane and Ipswich areas will help families and carers who are supporting veterans and former serving personnel with mental health issues.

The Veterans’ Families Helpline is a pilot phone-based advice and referral service being run by Relationships Australia and funded by the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA).

Relationships Australia Queensland CEO Shane Klintworth said it was often family members who sought information to support a veteran.

Two people - one relationship

22 Aug 2011

People generally seem to have two conflicting needs in relationships:

We want a sense of space and autonomy, of being allowed to do our own thing. Our independence is important to us.
We also want to be close to someone else, to know that we are loved and accepted for who we are, despite our faults. We need to know that we matter deeply to someone else, and that we are valued by them. In other words, we long for intimacy.

Bereavement

22 Jul 2011

The word bereavement means, ‘to be robbed of something valued’. Often bereavement is described as the emotional reactions felt following the death of a loved one, although most often applied when the loss involves a death it can be applied to many other situations such as the loss of a relationship.

Anger and our Future

15 Jul 2011

In the movie series Back to the Future, Marty McFly struggles with being called chicken. Initially, when Marty retaliated, things work out in his favour, but as the movie series progresses every time Marty is called chicken his reaction to the name-calling gets him into more and more trouble. His assertive behaviour towards Biff changes and by the second movie in the series, he is outwardly aggressive to everyone who calls him chicken, including his boss.

Counselling is for Men Too

07 Jul 2011

Okay so lets get the issue right out in the open. Some men do not think that counselling is a ‘male thing to do’ that it shows weakness, and is girlie. Some would say that counselling does not fit the Aussie/ rural bloke image, you know with all that ‘feelings’ stuff!

Newborn Baby and Relationship Stress

27 Jun 2011

Having a baby is a life changing event. Whether the decision to start a family was planned or unexpected, the impact of rearing a child can rattle even the most stable individuals or relationships.

Assertiveness

17 Jun 2011

Some people find it difficult to say no. This often leads to them feeling as though they have no control over their life. People who find it difficult to say no also spend a great deal of time doing things for others. Things that they really do not want to do. This can often lead to resentment and frustration building, which can potentially poison relationships. Saying ‘no’ to others demands helps put us back into the drivers seat and means we have more control over our life and time.