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Josephine Humphreys spent many years supporting grieving families as a funeral director before her own daughter Kate Humphreys died by suicide in January 2023.

‘She was crying uncontrollably’: What not to do when consoling someone who’s grieving

Josephine lost her daughter to suicide. Ashton’s mother was murdered. Here’s what they wish people would never say to those who are grieving.

  • Cassandra Morgan

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Jo Pybus’ “jar of joy” for 2024.

I was surprised by what brought me joy in 2024. But I have the evidence

I created a “jar of joy” to record blissful experiences. The results were enlightening.

  • Jo Pybus

Seven things to add or subtract for happiness, according to science

All the (good) science research about how you can be happier.

  • Jacqueline Nesi

Felt lost in 2024? Reminiscing can help start the new year with purpose

Whether you’re 60 or 16, conducting a life review can be a useful exercise in building purpose and meaning into your present and future.

  • Lauren Ironmonger
Robert Farquharson’s case was one of the most high-profile and controversial in Victorian history.

Robert Farquharson’s lost psychological report revealed

The report was buried in Victoria Police files for decades – until now. It remains the only attempt made to get the bottom of what motivated a man convicted of killing all three of his children.

  • Michael Bachelard and Ruby Schwartz

Someone is stalked in my new book but 13 years ago it happened to me

It started in seemingly benign ways: random Skype calls and DMs. Then he started turning up closer to my house.

  • Pip Drysdale
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Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo attend the “Journey Through Oz” Tour to celebrate the Australian premiere of “Wicked” at State Theatre on November 03, 2024 in Sydney. Photo: Flavio Brancaleone / The Sydney Morning Herald

The phrase ‘holding space’ has gone viral. But what does it mean?

While the press tour for the movie adaptation of Wicked has made the term go viral, holding space isn’t new. Here’s what it means.

  • Lauren Ironmonger
Eltham High School principal Vincent Sicari says provisional psychologists are an invaluable asset for schools.

School students may lose mental health support after funding clampdown

The Victorian government has quietly cut funding for provisional psychologists in state schools, making it even harder for young Victorians to access mental health support.

  • Broede Carmody and Brittany Busch
NEWS: Former insomniac, Allan Cahill, from Pyrmont, has participated in a sleep study trialing a program helping to address common misconceptions and behaviours around sleep. November 13th 2024. Photo: Wolter Peeters, The Sydney Morning Herald.

For 20 years, Allan couldn’t sleep. Five weeks changed his life

Cognitive behavioural therapy is the first line of treatment for insomnia, but it is expensive and very few know about it.

  • Angus Thomson
Relationships can survive a political divide, so long as it doesn’t force one partner to compromise on their values.

Are different political opinions a relationship deal-breaker?

Being on different sides of the political fence doesn’t have to mean the end of a relationship.

  • Emily Kaine

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