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It’s pitched at people already working in spaces where trauma is present; Melbourne yoga teachers, therapists, social workers, educators, community leaders, and rather than just adding a credential to your wall, the 400-Hour Trauma Informed Yoga & Mindfulness Certification Program is built around a train-the-trainer model. The idea is that the skills keep spreading long after the three days wrap up, with participants walking away equipped to help others regulate their nervous systems, build emotional resilience, and create genuinely safer, more compassionate environments in their communities. Holistic Life Foundation in Melbourne When: 13–15 March Where: Melbourne (venue TBC) Check out…

Getty We are officially more than halfway through February, and while some people are still enjoying all that winter has to offer, others are already looking ahead toward March. This includes Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients, some of whom are in for quite a surprise regarding their monthly benefits. To learn what’s in store for your March Social Security payments, keep scrolling.  The 2026 Social Security Payment Schedule Is Here! Find Out When You Get Paid! When it comes to monthly Social Security payments, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has a system. SSI recipients get their checks…

In the end, more than anything else, we regret the little things we wish we’d done differently. “If only…” Those two words paired together create one of the saddest phrases in the English language. Here are ten choices in life that ultimately lead to that phrase of regret, and how to avoid them on the average day: 1. Wearing a mask to impress other people. If the face you always show the world is a mask, someday there will be nothing beneath it. Because when you spend too much time focusing on everyone else’s perception of you, or who everyone…

– credit, GEDEON Programmes / CEAlex 22 massive granite blocks that once formed the Great Lighthouse of the Alexandria have been hauled up from the bottom of city’s ancient harbor. The blocks weighed dozens of tons each and consisted of upright pillars, frames, and crossbeams called lintels that once formed the entrance to the structure. Called one of the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World by the Greeks of the time, a series of earthquakes in the 10th century CE and later sent the famous lighthouse crumbling into the harbor. France’s National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS) and Egypt’s Center…

Former EastEnders star Shona McGarty has candidly shared her personal struggle with social anxiety, urging others facing similar challenges to seek vital mental health support. The actress and singer, renowned for her role as Whitney Dean on the BBC soap opera and her recent appearance on I’m A Celebrity, revealed that social anxiety has been a persistent issue since her teenage years, profoundly impacting her life.McGarty described a significant shift in her demeanour as she grew older. “I was always a chatty child, but as I got older, everything changed. Around 15, I suddenly became painfully self-aware,” she explained. Her…

Leadership today grows in a digital environment where technology shapes almost every decision and opportunity. People who start using new tools early often think faster, learn more efficiently, and act with more confidence. Recent research shows that digital skills and adaptability are key factors for long-term success. Those who plan ahead and follow new developments before they become mainstream can react quicker, solve problems sooner, and stay relevant in a technology-driven economy. Early Use of Technology as a Strategic Advantage Those who start first complete several learning cycles before others begin. This creates time to understand limits and practical use.…

Businesspeople gathered at a roundtable in an office meeting room. – GaudiLab // Shutterstock10 mental health facts every employer needs to know in 2026Information travels instantly. While this might help raise awareness and reduce stigma, it also means myths about mental wellbeing can spread just as fast as the truth. You might hear conflicting advice on social media or outdated ideas in the workplace that make it hard to know what to believe.To support your teams effectively, you need a foundation built on evidence. Spring Health compiled 10 facts about mental health that cut through the noise. These insights are…

Since the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s “Operation Metro Surge” began in December, the Muslim community in Minneapolis has been on high alert. “It’s been a very difficult time,” Khalid Omar, a community organizer and a leader at Dar Al-Farooq Islamic Center, told CNN. “You can only imagine the weight of the full government being utilized in the state, going against and going after the Somali and Muslim community.”At the peak of the Department of Homeland Security’s operations, 3,000 immigration officers descended on the state. For many, the announcement of their withdrawal has come as a relief — especially as…

As conversations on mental health expand in scope across India, public discourse and policy are slowly shifting to a purpose-driven empathetic approach that shakes off historical taboos. Recent union budgets have increased allocations for mental health; the 2026-2027 budget reflects a commitment to strengthen institutions such as the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, and to build similar mental healthcare institutions pan-India in addition to national tele-mental health services. Despite these efforts to promote awareness and increase care, there remains a stark gap between policy and lived experiences of healthcare; 70-92% of Indians with mental disorders do not receive the…

When two (or more) people are together, conflict is bound to rise at some point! We might have a lot in common or get on well and love each other, but we won’t always agree on everything. The existence of conflict doesn’t necessarily mean that there is something wrong with the relationship or the people involved. Trying to eliminate conflict entirely is unrealistic and will result in resentment building and, eventually, explosions and outbursts becoming a common occurrence.  Conflicts in relationships are natural and can arise for various reasons. What is important is understanding why these conflicts exist and how…