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Mind and Soul
Feeling stuck? Here’s 6 ways to get yourself out of a rut
Guest Writer | May 29, 2025
The feeling of being stuck happens when we find ourselves in situations where we can’t see a clear path forward. Here's how you can change that.
Money
Melissa Browne: The problematic reason women believe they’re ‘too old’ to invest
Guest Writer | May 28, 2025
For women in their 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond, it's not too late to start investing. Financial educator Melissa Browne explains why.
Wellbeing
The myth of willpower: Why your brain is wired to make you fail
Guest Writer | May 26, 2025
What if everything we’ve been taught about self-control is not just wrong but actively sabotaging us? An expert weighs in on the myth of willpower.
Money
Kim Kent: Why ‘good girl’ conditioning leads to bad money habits and shame
Guest Writer | May 22, 2025
Here's why 'good girl' budgeting behaviour is actually keeping you stuck, writes money coach Kim Kent.
Health
Ready to match your yoga practice to your menstrual cycle? Try this
Guest Writer | May 21, 2025
Syncing your yoga practice with your menstrual cycle is a way to honour your natural rhythms and support hormonal balance. Here's what it looks like.
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Opinion
Zoe Goodhardt: ‘Let’s retire imposter syndrome for good’
Guest Writer | May 12, 2025
Here's why it’s time for women to stop romanticising self-doubt and retire imposter syndrome for good, writes Zoe Goodhardt.
Travel
I travelled to Thailand for a wellness retreat. Here’s how it went
Danielle Phyland | May 6, 2024
Here’s how a wellness retreat in Thailand helped writer Danielle Phyland to find the perfect balance of fitness and relaxation.
Relationships
‘Reply only’ friendships: how to deal with a friend who never initiates
Emma Lennon | September 15, 2023
If a lack of reciprocity in your friendship is negatively impacting you, here’s how you can make a change.
Travel
48 hours in Berlin: Where to eat, stay and play
Danielle Phyland | May 8, 2025
Whether you're having a short stopover or a longer stay, here's how you can make the most of your visit to Berlin.
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Career
Representation in Australia: Which industries and fields have seen growth for women?
Staff Writer | June 3, 2023
With the increasing number of women now having access to higher education, career prospects have significantly opened for them.
Wellbeing
How to get more women on bikes? Better biking infrastructure, designed by women
The Conversation | June 2, 2023
Men outnumber women by two-to-one on bikes in Australia. It’s time women were involved in planning biking systems to feel safer on the road.
Wellbeing
4 powerful ways to love yourself
Guest Writer | May 31, 2023
By embracing all aspects of ourselves, we can heal past wounds, release self-sabotage, and reach our highest potential. Here's how.
Money
A guide to property investment strategies: equity, debt, options
Guest Writer | May 29, 2023
Whether you invest in commercial, residential, or industrial property, it's important to know the risks and returns for successful investing.
Travel Tips
Travelling overseas? Here’s what the embassy will – and won’t – do to help if you get in trouble
The Conversation | May 26, 2023
In 2021-22, about 16,000 Australians turned to an overseas mission for help in 'crisis cases' – triple the number before the pandemic.
Career
How to stop being a people pleaser in 3 simple steps
Guest Writer | May 24, 2023
If you’re a people pleaser, you become a magnet for other people’s priorities at the detriment of your own. Here's how to break the habit.
Life
The best is yet to come: How women can shift their perspective on ageing
Emma Lennon | May 22, 2023
The narrative around ageing is starting to shift, with more women recognising the empowerment that comes with age.
Money
How to plan for your perfect wedding on a budget
Staff Writer | May 19, 2023
Weddings can be pretty dear and often require significant financial planning. Here are some tips for planning a wedding on a budget.
Books
Want to become a curious thinker? Read more books, says study
The Conversation | May 19, 2023
Here's why reading books is good for society, wellbeing, your career, and building a curious mind, according to latest research.
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