Sometimes stress management can become more complicated and, dare I say, stressful than it needs to be. So this blog post aims to simplify things by briefly explaining: what stress is, some common sources of stress and the four different ways you can manage stress (4 A’s: avoid, alter, adapt and accept). Finally, I share a simple system for knowing which of the 4 A’s to apply to a specific stressful situation.

Psychological wellbeing is not the same as being free of mental illness. While there are many ways that you can boost your psychological wellbeing, in this blog post we will explore how connecting with others, learning new skills, practising mindfulness and meaningfulness, and finding purpose in your everyday life can help you feel and function better.