While en route taking part in the Outback Air Race (an aviation time-trial through the remote Australian outback to raise funds for the Royal Flying Doctors Service), The Banyans CEO, Ruth Limkin, shares her insights surrounding the access to rural mental health services in Australia. I’ve been thinking a lot in recent days […]
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‘I found I could say things with colour and shapes that I couldn’t say any other way – things I had no words for.’ – RENOWNED MODERNIST ARTIST, GEORGIA O’KEEFFE We’ve been using the arts to communicate, express, and consider different perspectives for centuries – so it makes a lot of sense that arts […]
This Men’s Health Week (13th – 19th June), The Banyans are urging men to address their mental health and adopt healthy coping mechanisms. Due to the stigma surrounding men’s mental health, many men feel ashamed or embarrassed to talk about their feelings, often bottling them up. This behaviour can lead to more serious mental health […]
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When employees are healthy and supported to perform at their optimal level, organisations stand to benefit from increased productivity, resilience and an increased ability to cope with stress. Supporting the wellbeing of employees has a two-fold outcome, benefitting not just the employee themselves, but also the employer and the organisation. Research from the World […]
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We’re used to feelings of nervousness or intermittent anxiety: the way you may feel before a big presentation, the negative emotions that can occur from a disagreement with a friend or family member, and uncertainty over future outcomes. However, while intermittent anxiety is a normal part of life, regular, persistent and intense anxiety […]
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Drinking is deeply ingrained in Australian culture, and alcohol is a significant player in many social settings. Although many individuals adopt a relaxed attitude towards alcohol consumption, it is not uncommon for people struggling with a developing or existing dependence on alcohol to remain undiagnosed or conceal their dependency from friends and family. The first […]
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Codependency is a phrase we’re becoming more familiar with. Defined as a mental, emotional, physical and/or spiritual reliance on a partner, friend or family member, codependency incorporates specific attachment style patterns we often develop in early childhood. If you’re familiar with substance dependency, codependency may sound like a particular concern. However, you might be […]
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Stress is a common presence in our lives, whether it stems from personal, professional or societal factors. In fact, nearly 50% of Australians see their sleep impacted by stress, with 25% stating that stress is overwhelming their lives (The Banyans Healthcare Group, 2022). While stress may seem like a solely negative occurrence, it is […]
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Energy is the fuel that propels us through each day. Without it, we’re not able to operate at our best, and moving through our daily demands can feel overwhelming. With energy being such a vital part of our day, how do we get more of it? There are several ways you can tackle […]
