Gratitude

Welcome to 2025! May the year bring you joy, fulfilment and the best of health. As it turns out, joy and fulfilment are in fact the greatest contributors to good health. When we feel positive [...]

If we want to live longer, strengthen our immune system and reduce our risk of heart attack, stroke, depression and dementia, our number one health habit needs to be cultivating close, supportive [...]

I was recently interviewed on Radio National Life Matters about the physical and mental benefits of having something to look forward to. You can listen to our conversation here. Our discussion [...]

At the close of each year, I reflect on what I could have done better over the preceding 12 months and how I might apply this insight to the year ahead. For 2023 the answer was glaringly obvious: [...]

Christmas is the perfect time To see we’re never past our prime. There’s always something we can give To enhance the way that others live. An empathic smile or a warm embrace Can melt away a [...]

Last week I was invited back to Channel 9’s Today Extra to continue our conversation about menopause and brain health. Click here to watch. If you missed the first interview on World Menopause [...]

Is it safe to drive with a hangover as long as you are under the blood alcohol limit? How does gratitude lead to physical health benefits? Why are doctors advising that you throw out your [...]

Whenever I feel disappointed or encounter a painful or difficult situation, I play the Game of Gripes to Gifts. I ask myself: Even though I’m not feeling positive about this, what could be the [...]

Can you remember a time when you felt really happy or excited about something? Getting engaged – Your wedding day – The birth of your child – Landing your dream job – [...]

Yesterday evening I was driving back to Sydney after working at a medical clinic in Newcastle. I was looking forward to listening to the CDs I had specifically selected for the two and a half [...]