Excel Psychology

End-of-Year Fatigue: Why Everything Feels Harder Right Now

As the year draws to a close, many people notice a familiar heaviness settling in - a mix of tiredness, low motivation, emotional flatness and a sense of simply “pushing through.” The end of the year brings its own kind of pressure: work deadlines, school events, family commitments, financial strain and the emotional weight of reflecting on everything that has happened over the past twelve months.

Why You Might Feel Stuck — And What Psychology Says Can Help

There are times in life when it feels like nothing we do makes a difference. After facing repeated setbacks or difficult circumstances, it’s natural to feel discouraged and lose the motivation to keep trying. However, for people who experience persistent adverse events, this can lead to a belief that our efforts won’t change the outcome, even when opportunities for change are possible.

Self-Care: Your Roadmap to a Healthier, Happier You

The dragonfly, with its delicate wings and agile flight, symbolises balance in the face of change. In neuroscience, a similar concept exists—allostasis—the body’s process of maintaining stability during times of change. Like the dragonfly, self-care isn’t about avoiding life’s challenges, but about navigating them with steadiness. By attending to physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing, individuals may be better able to manage the demands of daily life.

Practical Tips for Maintaining Mental Well-being

In today’s fast-paced world, stress has become an almost inevitable part of our lives. In our practice at Excel, we see firsthand the impact that chronic stress can have on an individual’s mental and physical health. It is essential to recognise the signs of stress and adopt strategies to manage it effectively.

Mental Health in migrants: How to support our multicultural community

Australia is a country built by migrants. According to the Australia Bureau of Statistic, by June 2020 there were over 7.6 million migrants living in Australia and 29.8% of Australia’s population were born overseas.

Some of the reasons why people from all over the world decide to move to Australia are:

Stable economy and political environment
Inclusive and receptive Multicultural society
Accessible healthcare system
Career and job opportunities

Excellent education system and options to access graduate and postgraduate education while working

Recognising Burnout