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This week on ABC NQ, Susan Graham‑Ryan and I discussed how decorating helps us express who we are, regulate our emotions and foster a sense of connection at home.

This week on ABCNQ, Susan Graham‑Ryan and I discussed how visiting a museum can quiet a busy mind and boost your emotional wellbeing. We unpacked why getting lost in art and stories can lower stress, reduce anxiety and help you feel less alone.

Ultra‑processed foods don’t just affect your waistline – even small daily amounts are now linked with measurable drops in focus and thinking speed, and a higher risk of dementia over time.

This week on ABCNQ, Susan Graham-Ryan and I discussed how to support others when you’re running on empty yourself, and why “being there” matters more than saying the perfect words.

This week on ABCNQ, Sarah Howell and I discussed how awe in majestic environments can help us step out of our own heads and feel part of something bigger. We explored how moments of awe support resilience, relationships and even our sense of purpose, plus practical ways to invite more awe into your week.

Are you spread so thin that even the “good” things feel exhausting? This week on ABCNQ, Susan Graham-Ryan and I discussed how to create more space, energy and ease in your day.

Could the way we talk to ourselves be the difference between feeling stuck and feeling lucky? This week on ABCNQ, Susan Graham-Ryan and I discussed how everyday choices quietly stack the odds in our favour, long before a “lucky break” appears.

Every bump, bruise or tear is a tiny teachingmoment about how safe the world feels and how strong a child believes they are. Join Susan Graham-Ryan and me on ABCNQ as we explore how parents can balance comfort and confidence so kids learn that pain is real, but they are capable.

Feeling those familiar butterflies before a big presentation, race or first date. This week on ABCNQ, Susan Graham-Ryan and I discussed what those sensations actually mean and how to use them to help rather than hinder your performance.

Have you noticed work emails, calls and worries creeping further into your evenings and weekends? This week on ABCNQ, Susan Graham-Ryan and I discussed how to spot work creep early, reset your boundaries and protect the parts of life that refill your tank.