'Reformed busy person' Caroline Kell on cherishing the small moments
At the end of 2020, counsellor Caroline Kell hit a breaking point. She asked herself, "do I want to continue to live my life like this?" The answer was no.
Doomscrolling before bed? Here's how sleep displacement affects our health
Sleep displacement is the time between when you decide to go to bed and decide to go to sleep. Tech can play a role in lengthening that time, but it's not always a bad thing, experts say.
Easy ways you're celebrating birthdays and special occasions on a budget
An approaching birthday is a wonderful chance to celebrate. But finding a way to do that which doesn't put too much stress on budgets and to-do lists can be a challenge.
It's never too soon to talk to your kids about periods — and that includes boys
As parents we often wonder how — and when — to handle topics that feel tricky to talk about. But experts say it's never too early to start educating our kids about periods.
Jaded by dating apps? These people have found an alternative they say is more fun
Dating app users can feel played by the algorithm, dissatisfied with matches and sick of fruitless scrolling. Increasingly, they're discovering that there are other, in-person ways to meet new people instead.
How do you make friends when moving to a new town?
When Jade Gregory moved to a beautiful but isolated WA town, she struggled to connect with others. Now, she's bringing local women together.
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perspective:A year ago I became an amputee. Here's how my life has changed
A year since my amputation, I'm marking my "stumpiversary" (as it's sometimes called in the amputee community) and I'm feeling both optimistic and reflective.
How the 'underconsumption core' trend helps challenge our spending habits
Unboxing and haul videos are the norm on social media, which makes 'underconsumption core' a surprising new trend.
Three quick, tasty dinner ideas made using store-bought bases
Get a head start on dinner with easy recipes by Hetty Lui McKinnon. They use store-bought bases and include cooking shortcuts.
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perspective:Wanting to work less, I made these lifestyle changes
Working long hours had left me feeling exhausted and burnt out. Making an effort to be thrifty has allowed me to work part time.