Stress management
Everyone’s talking about cortisol. But can we really control it?
When we feel chronically stressed, what is the best way to regulate our cortisol levels? Is it even possible?
- by Sarah Berry
Latest
The latest Euro trend: doing nothing on purpose
Plus: get ready for the weekend with these fresh diversions.
- by Deborah Cooke, Melissa Singer, Nicole Abadee, Melissa Fyfe and Frances Mocnik
Fitness influencers are giving up high intensity exercise. But why?
While there is a link between cortisol and exercise, including HIIT, experts say there’s more to the story.
- by Lauren Ironmonger
Explainer
Mental health
Sick of work already? Micro-stresses (or your childhood) could be invisible causes
As holidays fade and the working year springs into focus, some of us might feel dread. How can work stress creep up? And what are the signs of burnout?
- by Angus Holland
How a negativity bias may be hijacking your success
It’s an in-built mechanism that has its roots in evolution, but simply being aware of it can mean the difference between rumination and progress.
- by Evelyn Lewin
‘Make some hard choices’: More young people under financial stress
Money worries are affecting young Australians both physically and mentally, with many struggling to cope with the cost of living.
- by Jocelyn Garcia
Bev is an anxiety and mental health expert. Here’s how she deals with burnout
If you’re overwhelmed but still functioning, you might be in its early stages.
- by Evelyn Lewin
The foods you should eat more of to help smash your stress levels (and the ones to totally avoid)
Instead of diving into the biscuit tin, boost your mood and relieve stress with these easy options.
- by Sam Rice
Checking emails? You’re probably holding your breath
“Screen apnoea” is a manifestation of our body’s stress response, according to experts.
- by Alisha Haridasani Gupta
Opinion
Wellbeing
When I found myself tearing up in Bunnings, I knew I needed a rest
The business of tuning out during holidays can be hard work.
- by Genevieve Novak
Yes, stress can cause hair loss. Here’s what to do about it
Stress-related hair loss is usually temporary, but following expert advice can help it stop sooner.
- by Melinda Wenner Moyer