How do you like to show love? Is it a comforting word, a big hug, or a homecooked meal? Understanding the ways you like to give and receive love can help you bridge communication gaps in your partnership or friendship – and help you appreciate each other more. What are the five love languages? Words [...]
Wondering how to take care of your mental and physical health during lockdown? Life Resolutions Psychologist Mary Magalotti is here with some simple advice: Three Tips from Mary Magalotti Stay Active You might feel tempted to just sink into bed and Netflix the day away but staying active has heaps of benefits for both mental [...]
At first glance, shyness and social anxiety can seem similar. To an outsider, they may even look the same. However, there are some important differences – today, Life Resolutions Psychologist Mary Magalotti talks about how you can identify if social anxiety is holding you back: What is Social Anxiety? Although shyness features similar traits to [...]
Looking to improve your workplace communication skills? Life Resolutions Psychologist Mary Magalotti is here with her three top tips for getting your point across: Mary Magalotti’s Communication Advice Be direct: Although this might be tricky, Mary Magalotti stresses that it’s super important to be honest about your needs, expectations, and responsibilities. You don’t need to [...]
You don’t have to be a psychologist to be a good friend to someone who is struggling with their mental health – bit of understanding, compassion, and education is all you need. Mary Magalotti offers her advice for helping someone you love: Mary Magalotti’s Advice Listen without judgement: It can be really tough to talk [...]
Whether you’re grappling with that big uni project, a work deadline, or jobs around the house, motivation can sometimes feel awfully hard to come by. Principal Psychologist Mary Magalotti offers some simple tips and tricks to make accomplishing your goals much easier: Tips and Tricks for Managing Motivation Break it down: If you’re got a [...]
At Life Resolutions, we’re champions of good mental health for all. But what is mental health, anyway? Life Resolutions Principal Psychologist Mary Magalotti is here to explain! What is Mental Health? Mental health is emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing. It is a state where individuals are able to cope with the stresses of everyday life, [...]
Is couples counselling right for you? At Life Resolutions, we know that people seek support for a wide range of reasons. Although reaching out can be hard, the support of a professional couples counsellor can help you strengthen and improve your relationship. How Can Couples Counselling Help Your Relationship? You can learn new communication strategies [...]
Are you dealing with social anxiety? At Life Resolutions, we know that anxiety is tough, and it can seriously impact your daily life. Our Principal Psychologist, Mary Magalotti, is here with some simple tips and advice to help you manage each day. Tips and Tricks from Mary Magalotti Practice Breathing Exercises – When you experience [...]
Looking forward to your first session with a psychologist? Or nervous about what to expect? However you’re feeling, Life Resolutions Principal Psychologist Mary Magalotti is here with some important things to remember before you head in. #1 You’re Not Being Judged Some people worry that their psychologist will judge them, or that their problems somehow [...]
