Three ways to access funding for workplace wellbeing in Australia
As a parent of primary-school aged children, I want them to have the opportunity to be in supportive places of work when they enter the labour market. We know from research that our workplaces need to change in order to support, rather than detract from, our wellbeing. I am confident that work can be part […]
What I’m looking forward to in 2019
Reflections from Angela Derks, Founder and CEO, on the positive impact on individuals and organisations through the ASWA wellness education and integration approach.
How to drink less alcohol and still enjoy the celebrations
For many, the Christmas season means a greater number of situations where alcohol is consumed and certain social situations whether it be work related, at the Christmas party, or even with family where you will be around people who you may not necessarily connect with. You may be wanting to reduce your alcohol intake for […]
Why mentoring is important for managers and team leaders
“The delicate balance of mentoring someone is not creating them in your own image, but giving them the opportunity to create themselves” – Steven Spielberg To rise to meet their potential, most successful managers and team leaders have had a mentor and have been a mentor. Mentoring could be the missing ingredient to shift you […]
Overcoming self-doubt to rise and meet your goals
Can you remember a time in your life when you doubted your ability to do something that was asked of you or that you wanted for yourself? You know that critical inner voice that’s in all our heads that may question whether we are deserving or capable. I know I can! There have been many […]
Wellness education and why qualifications are useful
Never before has the importance of qualifications when seeking your health and wellbeing information been so important. The quantity, diversity and overwhelming nature of the information that is available to most people on the internet these days is more of a hinderance than a help. Gurus, health coaches, medical mediums, scientists and skeptics can offer […]
Wellness vs wellbeing
Shakespeare famously wrote, “What’s in a name?” The answer is a lot. Words, and how they’re activated matter. The subtle ways that words evolve and the “impact” they have can be highly influential on how people think. More and more often recently I have witnessed and experienced heated debates on the definition of the words […]
8 ways to live and lead well with yoga
October is here and that means a new business quarter, spring, back-to-school and warmer weather. Most of our team here at the Australasian Sustainable Wellness Academy have been practicing yoga for our own personal wellness for a decade (or more for some of us!) now. For me personally, and like many others from my […]
We choose peace
On September 21st we celebrate The International Day of Peace, sometimes unofficially known as World Peace Day. “It is time all nations and all people live up to the words of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which recognizes the inherent dignity and equal and inalienable rights of all members of the human race. This […]
Embodying the Principles of Wellness in Spas
People are expecting more from their spa experience and in order for spas to deliver, therapists and business owners need to embody the fundamentals of the industry that they are working in. Having a beautiful space and design elements, the latest technology, enticing marketing programs passionate and knowledgeable staff on hand and stocking sought after […]
