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Princess of Wales: the shocking revelation and symbolism of daffodils and the lone bench By Hemantha Yapa Abeywardena from United Kingdom Kate Middleton has revealed she has been diagnosed with cancer. image Source:-ndtv.com It may be cliché that a picture is worth a thousand words, but its impact on the human psyche has been remaining unchallenged for eons. Having come under intense media scrutiny that bordered on sheer intrusion of privacy, Catherine, Princess of Wales GCVO, casually known as Kate Middleton, finally came out two weeks ago, disclosing her serious illness – the dreaded cancer. Even in the good old days, her life had not been easy: appearing in a new outfit every single day without giving any ammunition to the media to amplify even a minor flaw to be flashed across the front pages; she has to be all smiles every single minute in public; endless public engagements without ...

Apr 3, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Hemantha Yapa Abeywardena Tagged cancer awareness, cancer diagnosis, coping mechanisms, coping with illness, daffodils symbolism, Emotional resilience, emotional support, family support, healing, Hemantha Yapa Abeywardena, hope, Kate Middleton, lone bench symbolism, media intrusion, media scrutiny, mental health, optimism, personal struggle, Princess of Wales, Privacy, privacy rights, psychological challenges, public disclosure, public image, renewal, resilience, spring symbolism

Health & Views – MARCH 3rd issue 2024 – By Dr Harold Gunatillake Download the PDF file . Disclaimer : The information contained in this article is for general information purposes only, and whilst the author will endeavour to keep the information up to date and correct, eLanka makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability with respect to the eLanka website or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained in this article for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk. In other words, eLanka In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage including without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use ...

Mar 20, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged cutting carbs, depression in Sri Lanka, diabetes, Health & Views, Hypertension, mental health, mental health in the world, Rice & multiple Curries

These are the unsung heroes celebrated in the Australia Day Honours Mental health nurse Francis Acquah has been made an Officer of the Order of Australia for his decades of work improving community wellbeing. Source : sbs From a stigma-shattering mental health nurse to a renowned sculptor, these little-known Australians have been recognised for their achievements. This year, 739 people have been inducted into the prestigious Order of Australia for their contributions to the community. Among those, ranging in age from 32 to 100, are well-known faces such as television presenter David Koch and Paralympic swimmer Ellie Cole. But there are also the quiet achievers, those unsung heroes and champions of community. Francis Acquah OAM: The ‘accidental’ mental health nurse With his colourful suit, bold blue glasses and friendly smile, Francis Acquah immediately makes a positive impression. His can-do attitude has proved a steady guide through 37 years of demanding work ...

Jan 26, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Australia Day, Australia Day Honours, Australians, mental health

Research study exploring mental health in the Sri Lankan community Download the PDF file . To whom this may concern, We are conducting a survey of the Sri Lankan community in Australia to learn how they seek help for mental health concerns. The emotional health of immigrants and their family is recognised as an important part of a successful life; however, little is known about mental health in the Sri Lankan community. The survey is a research project conducted by Western Sydney University Clinical Psychology Masters student Ms Makavitage Ravina Perera (Ravina) and supervised by Dr Roy Laube. The survey asks participants to respond to six situations described in brief examples. We will then ask about where people think they would seek help for themselves or their friend or family member. The survey can be completed in English or Sinhala. We are seeking your assistance with this project by forwarding ...

Sep 19, 2021 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Dr Roy Laube, emotional health of immigrants, Makavitage Ravina Perera, mental health

The Crippling Impact Of Second Stage 3 Lockdown On Melbourne’s International Students-By Alicia Vrajlal Migrant communities in Melbourne are facing hardships during the pandemic. Source:Huffingtonpost Since March, not a day has gone by when Nadeeka Thilakarathne hasn’t cried, praying her husband will return to Australia after leaving to visit his sick mother in Sri Lanka four months ago. Seven months pregnant and jobless in the Melbourne suburb of Springvale, the international student is facing Melbourne’s second stage three COVID-19 lockdown alone. Like many migrants in Australia, she faces unique challenges during the coronavirus pandemic that have taken a toll on her financially, physically and emotionally. ...

Jul 26, 2020 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged COVID-19 lockdown, International students, mental health, Nadeeka Thilakarathne Comments 0

eLanka Newsletter – April 2020 7th Edition – Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter Mental health in a roving workforce “COMRADES IN ARMS” – By Des Kelly THE WORLD’S MOST SCENIC TRAIN RIDE: by Carlita Weerasinha THE GLORY OF EASTER: BY Joe Van Langenberg The new JobKeeper wage subsidy package Am I eligible for the jobkeeper payment? Here’s everything you need to know to register Cash flow boost for employers To curtail spread of COVID-19-update By Dr Harold Gunatillake A/g Minister for Immigration, Citizenship, Migrant Services and Multicultural Affairs – Statement on Australian citizenship processing “THE WONDER OF PONDERISMS” – By Des Kelly REMEMBERING “A TITAN OF AN ACTOR”: – By Joe Van Langenberg Sports Home – One Website – All the Sports! Click below for events ...

Apr 22, 2020 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, eLanka Newsletters Tagged Joe Van Langenberg, mental health Comments 0

Mental health in a roving workforce Source:INTHEBLACK Making staff wellbeing a priority is a mark of all good organisations, and part of that is regular communication around relevant issues. by Helen Hawkes Remote working presents a raft of upsides: cost savings, increased productivity and reduced absenteeism. But in the age of telecommuting, is emotional intelligence the first casualty? Remote working is a growing trend we’ve been seeing in the global workforce, even before staff were recently asked to work from home. In 2018, 68 per cent of Australian employers allowed employees to telecommute, according to a survey by Censuswide on behalf of Indeed. It found substantial advantages to remote working, including more productive employees (67 per cent), reduced absenteeism and employee turnover (57 per cent), and operational cost savings (51 per cent). ...

Apr 4, 2020 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged mental health Comments 1

“AND SO, TO SLEEP AGAIN” – By Des Kelly A most interesting “piece” on the very important subject of “Sleep”. Intriguing medical knowledge keeps coming out to us in leaps and bounds. Very few of us had any idea that “Sleep” would be instrumental in the risk of heart-attacks that are so common these days. However, I do know that my own sleep-pattern is now extremely erratic, nowadays, and, although my mental faculties (at 83), are thankfully quite high, in comparison to my physical ones (can barely walk, these days), I do find that too little sleep tends to affect my entire “mood”, and, catching up with “cat-naps”, doesn’t really help at all. Reading all the data below gives me a fresh look on the importance of correct sleeping, AND, SO, TO SLEEP AGAIN, to (hopefully) rise again and share this “Amazing Article” with all my ...

Sep 13, 2019 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, DESMOND KELLY Tagged Amazing Article, Carolyn Robertson, Celine Vetter, mental health Comments 0