Wellbeing
Quick succession
One of the most common issues that I deal with as a counsellor is the distress caused by farm succession. Words Kathryn Wright.
Acknowledge your pain, respond with kindness
Studies show that if you are kind to yourself you’re likely to do better in life. So why do we find it so hard to show ourselves self-compassion? Words Kathryn Wright.
SMART Goals
It can be quite complicated to set and stick to goals – but finding the right goal(s) for you will make it more likely that you will succeed. Words Kathryn Wright
The Big Ball – in support of Rural Change
Looking an excuse to get out and have some fun while raising funds for a good cause? Why not dust off your ball gown or tuxedo and head along to The Big Ball at Lincoln in June and support rural mental health.
Mental health: Breaking the stigma
They say your vibe attracts your tribe, and men’s mental health warrior Krissy Mackintosh’s tribe is growing by the day. Her methods may seem unconventional to some, but the results speak for themselves. By Rebecca Greaves. Photos by Tink Lockett.
Managing stress: The essentials
Feeling irritable or overwhelmed? Clinical psychologist Sarah Donaldson offers suggestions of ways to cope.
Dealing with stress
Stress is a natural human emotion. Rural counsellor Kathryn Wright says while we can’t eliminate it from our lives, we can change how you think about it.
Move for mental health
Taranaki dairy farmer, father, rural advocate, public speaker and personal trainer Kane Brisco established Farm Fit NZ as a fitness class for his local rural community. It has since expanded into an online community of nearly 20,000. In this Q&A, Kane spoke to Rebecca Greaves about the importance of exercise,
and some practical tips to support mental health.