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Wangkatha man Ben Stubbs shares what he does to stay strong and bounce back from challenges.

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Articles, quizzes and stories

How to get professional help if you don't have much money

Getting professional support doesn't have to cost lots of money. Here are some free and affordable ways you can get help.

Quiz: Are you burning out?

Do you feel drained, run down and unmotivated? Take this quiz to help figure out if you’re burning out and what you can do about it.

How to cope with shame job

It’s really common to feel shame job when bad stuff happens. Learn how to cope with these feelings and know that there’s no shame in looking after yourself.

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