Resources

Ideas, evidence and yarns on wellbeing.

Practical guides, research and conversations on running wellbeing check-ins across schools, workplaces, communities and research.

How iyarn Meets the Needs of Different Learners 
Growth in Education

How iyarn Meets the Needs of Different Learners 

One of iyarn's standout features lies in its adaptable and customisable framework, seamlessly catering to various educational levels. From primary schools to…
Jan 10, 2024
Limit alcohol and other drugs to help your headspace
Youth

Limit alcohol and other drugs to help your headspace

When you limit alcohol and other drugs it can clear your mind, improve your energy, and boost your motivation. And, you have…
Jan 10, 2024
The importance of self-reflection
Connection and Growth

The importance of self-reflection

When was the last time you took out time to check in with yourself and reflect on where you at in the…
Jan 9, 2024
How to Create a Check In Culture
Connection and Growth for Teams

How to Create a Check In Culture

Check ins are quick, powerful tools to improve the performance of a team or a company. When check ins are a regular,…
Jan 9, 2024
4 ways to make mindfulness easier
Connection and Growth

4 ways to make mindfulness easier

It’s widely known that mindfulness has proven benefits around improving mood and increasing clarity of the mind so it’s worth giving it…
Jan 9, 2024
A Gratitude Journal Will Change Your Life
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A Gratitude Journal Will Change Your Life

Stop what you’re thinking. Right now.  Breathe in. Aaaannddd out. In again. And ouuuut. (That’s me trying to type in a calm, meditative…
Jan 9, 2024
Workplace Engagement: 3 Lessons From Worker Bees
Connection and Growth for Teams

Workplace Engagement: 3 Lessons From Worker Bees

Bees first appeared on earth some 130 million years ago and had evolved their famous social lifestyle by about 80 million years…
Jan 9, 2024
Reconnecting with friends
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Reconnecting with friends

It’s a strange conundrum, this world in which we live… never have we been more connected to everyone around us. Advances in…
Jan 9, 2024
Self Reflection: A Path to Knowledge and Happiness
Connection and Growth

Self Reflection: A Path to Knowledge and Happiness

Self reflection can make you a better person, improve your relationships and help you succeed in life. We're taking a deeper look…
Jan 8, 2024
Fitness Recovery 101
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Fitness Recovery 101

When we discuss starting a new fitness plan, one word that surprises most people is ‘recovery’. While pushing yourself daily may sound…
Jan 8, 2024
Improve Psychological Safety at Work
Connection and Growth for Teams

Improve Psychological Safety at Work

Psychological safety plays a major role in creating successful teams, according to Google’s Project Aristotle study. It’s also a widespread challenge: over…
Jan 8, 2024
A Closer Look at How Student Check ins Elevate Student Counselling and Support Services 
Growth in Education

A Closer Look at How Student Check ins Elevate Student Counselling and Support Services 

iyarn is a platform for school counsellors to track and address student issues effectively. It allows them to visually see the effectiveness…
Jan 8, 2024
Running Shoes 101
Connection and Growth

Running Shoes 101

Did you know that a runner can take almost 800 steps per kilometre? The impact generated from each step is huge, so…
Jan 7, 2024
How Age Affects Confidentiality
Connection and Growth

How Age Affects Confidentiality

Most of what you tell a doctor is confidential, but your age could affect how this works. Learn what confidentiality means, how…
Jan 7, 2024
Overcoming The Fear Of Going To Therapy
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Overcoming The Fear Of Going To Therapy

Therapy is a form of treatment aimed at relieving (and not restricted to) the build-up of emotional stress and mental health concerns, that leads…
Jan 7, 2024
10 Ways to Leave Your Comfort Zone and Overcome Fear
Connection and Growth

10 Ways to Leave Your Comfort Zone and Overcome Fear

Taking risks by stepping outside your comfort zone is the primary way to grow. But taking that first step can be daunting.…
Jan 7, 2024
Top 5 communication skills and how to improve them
Connection and Growth for Teams

Top 5 communication skills and how to improve them

Developing strong communication skills are key to developing a successful career, helping you gain job interviews, make a good impression with managers…
Jan 6, 2024
Active listening
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Active listening

Listening is an important part of effective communication. We have conversations throughout the day, but sometimes we’re not listening as well as…
Jan 6, 2024