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    BRINGING PETS TO THOSE WHO NEED THEM MOST

    For those that are lonely, patting an animal addresses a human need for physical contact and relieves stress.

    MOVE YOUR BODY TO CHANGE YOUR MIND

    The benefits of physical activity extend far beyond the known effects of mood enhancing hormones.

    TIPS TO HELP YOU WARD OFF THE WINTER BLUES, AND FIND YOUR INVINCIBLE SUMMER…

    There is a range of informative and fun online and face-to-face short courses and workshops available at (YCC) for all ages and abilities this month.

    ADOLESCENT DRINKING CAN BE A COCKTAIL FOR DISASTER, BUT THERE IS HELP

    The beauty of these programs is not only that adolescents are informed of the risks of drinking, they are simultaneously empowered to say no to peer pressure.

    DIVERSITY IS STRENGTH, EVEN IF ITS NOT VISIBLE – NEURODIVERSITY CELEBRATION WEEK

    This week is one to celebrate and share these stories, and many more, as part of acknowledging the immense contribution Neurodiversity provides to our community.

    THE CHOICE TO BE HAPPY

    I’ve got $2 here, and I’m going to spend the hell out of it!

    BEAT BURNOUT IN THE WORKPLACE

    Burnout can present as a sudden lack in confidence in one's abilities. It can manifest as an employee convinced their work will always be rejected or who becomes more tentative than usual.

    TOP 5 TIPS ON KEEPING PRE-SCHOOL CHILDREN BUSY (AND HAPPY) AT HOME

    There are lots of cheap, cheerful and uncomplicated ways to keep young children busy whilst spending more time at home.

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