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Did you know plastic cutlery can’t be recycled easily? 🤔 These items are the wrong shape or are too light to be sorted correctly by recycling machines, which are designed to separate larger items like bottles and tubs. ♻️ Here are some ways you can reduce your cutlery footprint ⬇️ 🍴 Carry reusable cutlery in your bag 🏣 Take lunch back to office or dine in and use cutlery there ❓Ask the question, do I need cutlery? 👐 Have you made the swap? 👇 #evirohack #simpleswaps #QLDyouth

If you're a sushi lover, you've definitely seen these little soy sauce fish before. 🍣 They are called "shoyu-tai". While cute, these little guys are not great for the environment. ☹️ They're super small which can cause issues in the recycling process, and they can create hazards for marine life when they end up in our waterways. 🐟 If they end up in landfill, they take hundreds of years to break down. 🥵 It might seem silly, but every small change counts when it comes to reducing waste. If you love to get sushi on your lunch break, make an extra stop on the way to buy a glass bottle of soy sauce, or dine in and use the restaurant's.🥢 Got a sushi date coming up, share this with your mate 💪

Jokes aside, an internship is a great way to develop your skills and it can give you experience in an industry before you start applying for jobs. 🧑‍💼 An internship is a short-term arrangement to gain experience and on-the-job training within a business. There are both paid and unpaid internships. 🤑 Before you start an internship make sure you haves some goals in mind and let your supervisor know what you'd like to get out of the experience. ✅ These tips will help you get the most out of an internship 👇 💬 Ask your supervisor to give you regular feedback. 📝 Ask your supervisor for a written reference, and for permission to be called by a potential employer. ✅ Check in regularly with the goals you’ve set for yourself, to see if you’re on the right track. Would you consider an internship?

Ask. Listen. Encourage. Check in. 💬 ⬆️ These 4 key actions are the best way to reach a mate who is struggling with their mental health and wellbeing. #mentalwellbeing #mentalhealth

Not all friendships are good and healthy ones 🚩. In fact, some friends can be pretty toxic. Often, ending a friendship is even harder than walking away from a romantic relationship. 🌹 But remember, your mental health comes first. 👑 Here's some ways you can raise issues with a friend: 💭 “I really value our friendship so I wanted to chat about some things that have been on my mind lately.” 💭 “I feel like you don’t respect my boundaries. I would feel more comfortable if you could avoid bringing up my ex like I asked you to.” 💭 “It upsets me when you make fun of my career goals. It feels like you aren’t supporting me.” Sometimes a conversation is all it takes for the dynamic to shift. Other times, you may decide it’s in your best interest to end a friendship. 👋 Have you ever had to end a friendship that wasn’t serving you? ⬇️ Comment below to share some wisdom. #QLDyouth #friendships #mentalwellbeing

If you've ever applied for credit or a loan, there will be a credit report about you. 🤑 Your credit score is based on personal and financial information about you, that's kept in your credit report. You can get a copy of your credit report for free every 3 months. It's worth getting a copy at least once a year. 📈 How your credit score is calculated👇 💰 the amount of money you’ve borrowed. 📋 the number of credit applications you’ve made. 📅 whether you pay on time. Do you know your credit score? 👉 Head to money smart for more information on credit scores and how to get yours. Link in bio. #QLDyouth #moneysmart #wordoftheweek #budget

Have you heard of hangxiety? 🧐 Hangxiety is when you feel anxious the day after drinking.🍻 After a night of drinking your body will withdrawal alcohol from the body and this can sometimes bring feelings of dread, restlessness and anxiety. Alcohol targets two receptors in the brain, 🧠 which send messages to our nervous system. The first, gaba, is an inhibitor, which calms the brain down. Then there’s glutamate, which has the opposite effect, exciting the brain. 🗯️💥 When you drink, it stimulates gaba and blocks glutamate, this can make you feel warm and fuzzy, 🥰 but once the alcohol wears off your body will try to correct itself and can overload on glutamate. If you’re already prone to anxiety, this can be overwhelming. Remember to drink moderately and if your anxiety is proving difficult to manage, it's okay to seek support. Head to our mental wellbeing link in bio for resources. Send to a friend who might needs some tips. ↗️ #hanxiety #mentalwellbeing

Stopping at the buzz doesn't make you a buzz-kill. 🍾 🥴 If you're going out tonight, aim to drink mindfully 🐝. In other words, stay aware of how much you're drinking and why, your physical and mental wellbeing will thank you. ⬇️ Here's a few more tips to help you out: 🍹Have a glass of water between every drink. 🍹 If you're mixing your own drinks, make yours half-strength. 🍹 Set boundaries and communicate them. How are you taking care of yourself on a night out? ✨ #PartySafe #QueenslandYouth

If this is you, it might be time to create a budget. 🤑 Budgeting helps you to feel in control of your money, it can help you spend less, so you can save more for those must have purchases. Budgeting will help you 👇 🏠 Decide where you want your money to go 🥡 Get a clear picture of your regular expenses, including when they're due 👚 Recognise your spending habits 💸 See where you can save, and start saving — no amount is too small. ⚠️ To set aside money for emergencies Do you have a budget? 🤔 Head to money smart to find out more on budgeting. Link in bio. #QLDyouth #meme #budgeting

Procrastinate much? ⏰🤔 If you answered yes, knowing your habits can help you come up with a plan to make the most of your time and stay motivated. 💪 To begin, you need to recognise when you’re procrastinating. Are you tidying your desk again or playing "one-more" game on your phone? Do you know why you’re procrastinating? Make sure you understand the task and have a process for completing it. ✅ Swipe across for more anti-procrastination tips. 👉 Remember to seek help when you need it: if you don’t understand the task, talk to someone. #studyhack #QLDyouth

Let's talk about p r o t e c t i o n 🍌 If you’re having sex, of any kind, then using a condom or dam with lube is the best way to protect you and your partner. Condoms are the only type of contraception that helps prevent both pregnancy and STIs. ✅ Swipe across for our condom/dam tips 👉 For more info head to #stoptherise

Did you know it's estimated that Australians use 1 billion disposable coffee cups every year? That's approximately 2,700,000 paper coffee cups thrown out every day! 🤯 By making the swap you can do your bit to reduce landfill and you'll also be saving bucks with your BYO cup discount. ☕ Have you made the swap? 👇 #Ecohack #simpleswaps #reuse

If you've been watching 'Selling the OC' 🌆, then you would have heard the term commission before, but do you know what it means? 🤔 Commission is a fee paid to an adviser or salesperson as an incentive for selling a particular product (like a house! 🏠), you can also get paid a commission as part of your job. There are two types of commission 👇 💰 Upfront commission is based on the sale amount of the product 💰 Ongoing commission is based on the balance of the account Would you work for commission? 🤑 Find out more about finance at MoneySmart. Link in bio #wordoftheweek #finance #moneysmart

Sometimes we just need help and there's no shame in that. 🤔 Everybody needs help at times. When you’re overloaded with responsibilities like homework, sports, family events, part-time work and socialising, feeling overwhelmed is normal. 🤯 Asking for help can be hard, but it's also okay, because 👇 🫂 You don't have to do everything yourself. 👌 You're only human – you’re not supposed to be doing everything perfectly all the time. 👍 Helping another person actually makes us feel good – give your friends and family the chance to help you. 💬 Sharing your struggles with people strengthens your relationships. Send this to a friend who needs a reminder ↗️

Slow fashion is both ethical and sustainable. 🤗 Understanding how our fashion choices impact people and the environment, is the first step towards being a responsible consumer. 🤝 Here are some small changes we can make over time: ⬇️ 🛍️ Rent, don’t buy. If you’ve got a special occasion, there’s no point buying an outfit you’ll only wear once. There are so many rental options online.  🛍️ Create a capsule wardrobe. Timeless style is all about the basics. Take time to invest in great quality basics that will get consistent wear.  🛍️ Shop mindfully. Finding out information about the ethics and sustainability of the brands you buy from is the final step to responsible consumerism.  What challenge are you facing when it comes fashion choices?  ⬇️ #slowfashion #ethicalfashion

Sometimes having a difficult conversation can't be avoided. ⚠️ You might have a different opinion to a friend or family member, or you might want to end a relationship. 💔 Either way, it's tricky. Here are 6 tips to get you started 👇 👂 Listen without interrupting and try to understand their point of view. 🤔 Look at the issue from their perspective. Is there a reason they acted that way? 💬 Be clear about how you feel and what you want. 🎧 Look after yourself, go for a walk or listen to music to calm down. 🤯 Take a break if it's too much and try again later. 🤝 Agree to disagree, not all conversations have a happy ending. Send this to a friend who could use a guide 💪 #instameme #conflict

You don't need to be an expert to reach out - just a good friend and a great listener. 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 It's important to trust your gut, if someone you know isn't themselves or seems off, ask them if they are ok. Try these 4 steps when chatting with your friend👇 ❓ Ask R U OK? 👂 Listen 🗣️ Encourage action 📆 Check in Swipe to find out more 👉 #RUOK #mentalwellbeing #mentalhealth

Peer pressure is when you choose to do something you wouldn’t otherwise do, so your friends like you. It can be something positive like encouraging you to go to soccer try outs or it can be negative like bullying or vaping. 😮‍💨 It isn't easy saying no but here are some tips to navigate peer pressure👇 🚫 A confident ‘no thanks’ or ‘not for me’ 🤣 Using humour to deflect pressure or attention 👋 Move away from the situation 🗣️ Be direct and say you don’t appreciate feeling pressured 🫂 Get support and talk to someone you trust 🤔 Know what you’re willing to let slide and what you’re not okay with How do you deal with peer pressure?

How to recycle foil ♻️🍫 ⬇️ 👉 Roll into loose balls 👉 Collect in a jar 👉 Create a large 🎾 ball 👉 Put in recycling bin Always check with your local council. ✅ #QLDyouth #recycle

Have you ever wondered what a broker is? They can help you with more than just houses. 🏠 A good broker works with you to 👇 🧐 Understand your needs and goals 🤑 Work out what you can afford to borrow 📋 Find options to suit your situation 📈 Explain how each loan works and what it costs (for example, interest rate, features and fees) 🗃️ Apply for a loan and manage the process through to settlement Find out more about brokers at MoneySmart. Link in bio #finance #moneysmart #wordoftheweek

An important part of mental health and identity is setting boundaries. ✋ Setting boundaries may be daunting at first, especially when you’re worried about upsetting someone. 💔 Boundaries can be physical or emotional and can look different to everyone. 👀 A good place to start with boundaries is to practise saying “no”. Here are some examples 👇 👉 I can't make it this time, but let's organise something a little later 👉 Are we able to postpone our catch up please? 👉 I have something on that day, next time! Have you set any healthy boundaries this year? ✨ Comment below ⬇️ #mentalwellbeing

Getting home safely is the final step to a great night out.🕺What can we do to get home safely? Here's a few tips: 🎈 Have a designated driver. 🎈 Go home with a friend or group of friends you trust. 🎈 Ask a friend or family member to come and get you. If you're catching a taxi or rideshare service alone consider: 🚕 Whether another friend lives close to you and if you can share a ride. 🚕 Sharing your ride status and location with a friend or family member that is awake. 🚕 Sitting in the back seat.

Job interviews are all about preparation and employers will expect you to ask questions during or at the end of the interview. 💼 This is your chance to better understand what it could be like to work there. Here are some questions you could use 👇 📝 Can you explain some of the day-to-day responsibilities for this job? 💡 How would you describe the characteristics of someone who would succeed in this role? 📈 If I were in this position, how would my performance be measured? How often? 🤝 What departments does this team work with regularly? How do they normally collaborate? ⁉️ What are the challenges you’re currently facing in your role? What questions do you ask in a job interview? #jobinterview #instamemes #betweentwoplants

Volunteering as part of the Safer Schoolies Support Team is a great opportunity to get work experience and training that's relevant to a heap of jobs. 🧑‍⚕️💻 You'll get training, receive a certificate for your work (as well as certification of hours), and be supported to obtain your Blue Card prior to volunteering. 🏆 The best part? 🤝 You can make a heap of new friends along the way. Head to the link in bio to register today.

A lot of STIs have no symptoms. 🙈 This knowledge can be a hard pill to swallow because it means that you, and any new partner you have need to get tested. 🔎 The conversation might be awkward and uncomfortable, but so are the long-term effects of untreated STIs. 🦠 ⬇️ Here’s a few ways you can ask a new partner to get tested: 💘 I’m always super careful when it comes to my health, have you had an STI check recently? 💘 I’m gonna book in for my annual STI check today! Are you due for yours soon? 💘 I had a friend whose partner gave them an STI and neither of them know how long they had it for. That worries me, so I always make sure to get tested every year. When was your last test? Remember, there’s no shame in the testing game! 👊