Psych and Lifestyle

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May 18, 20251 min read
Lifestyle and health

PSYCH AND LIFESTYLE

Welcome to my new website, www.psychandlifestyle.com — a space dedicated to exploring how our mental health, behaviour, and lifestyle intersect in powerful and often overlooked ways.

This platform was born from a simple but important idea: psychological wellbeing isn’t just about what's in our minds — it’s shaped by how we live, the systems we’re part of, and the environments we move through every day.

Whether you're here as a client, a curious reader, or a health professional, this blog will offer grounded, evidence-informed perspectives on topics that matter — from stress, motivation and behaviour change to the role of nutrition, sleep, movement, connection, and meaning in shaping our wellbeing.

Unlike many wellness spaces, this isn’t about quick fixes or generic advice. It’s about:

  • Understanding how psychology can help us respond wisely to the challenges of modern life

  • Exploring the broader social and systemic influences on our health

  • Offering practical tools and insights that support long-term change

Alongside updates on services, programs, and resources, this blog will spotlight emerging research, share reflections from practice, and invite you to think differently about what mental health support can look like in the real world.

Thanks for being here. I look forward to growing this space with you — and helping more people discover a grounded, real, and sustainable path to wellbeing.

Mark Anns

Mark Anns

Health Psychologist and Fellow of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine

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