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The seven domains of Real Wellbeing
Health isn’t defined as merely the absence of illness, but how fully you are able to participate in your life- for example, someone living with a chronic condition that is well managed will be able to enjoy an active life. Improving your health means something different for everyone and isn’t limited to just improving diet and exercise. Reducing stress, preventative treatment and getting on top of existing conditions are other ways you might improve your health.
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The average Australian has a score of about 75. How does your wellbeing compare, and what can you do to improve?
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This year’s Australian Unity Wellbeing Index mapped wellbeing across electorates, showing surprising geographic divides across the country.
Read moreThe Australian Unity Wellbeing Index found “average Australians” are now reporting lower levels of wellbeing. We spoke to the experts to find out why.
Read moreIs Australia still the land of the “fair go”? The latest Australian Unity Wellbeing Index results show Australians are increasingly dissatisfied with our nation.
Read more—Michael, Australian Unity Member on how health impacts wellbeing
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In 2021, Australians’ satisfaction with their health fell for the first time in the Australian Unity Wellbeing Index’s 20-year history.
Read moreThe relationship between physical or mental ill health and wellbeing isn’t as clear-cut as you might think. Here’s why.
Read moreWhile our collective wellbeing is quite high, notable differences in people’s individual wellbeing is based on circumstances and life experience.
Read moreResearch shows us just how important wellbeing is as a personal and societal metric, but how do we measure it? And why does it matter?
Read moreRetirement generally means more time, freedom, holidays—and happiness. But to stay happy, older Aussies need to take a closer look at their safety.
Read moreWant to know the secret to real happiness? Research suggests it’s all about three key areas in our lives. So what are they and how do we get the most out of them?
Read moreWe speak to a first-time mum as she navigates the last few weeks of her pregnancy.
Read moreWe speak to a semi-retired business owner living in country Victoria to discover what Real Wellbeing means to him.
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