Not at home when things go wrong?
One of the major challenges of working FIFO is not being home when things go wrong. Here is Sandra’s advice and suggestions.
Is selflessness harming your FIFO relationship?
Selflessness is the act of putting your partner’s needs ahead of your own. Find out why this isn’t always good.
Myths around suicide
Sandra talks about the myths around suicide that the movie “13 Reasons Why” enhances. She is not a fan of the movie.
Food and mood
Sandra talks about the linkages between food and our mood and how what we put in our body has a miraculous impact on our mental health.
Bi-polar disorder
Bi-polar disorder – why we should encourage those who may have it to seek help.
The magic ratio
Sandra talks about the magic ratio of positive interactions compared to negative interactions to keep relationships alive.
Making friends on site
Sandra discusses the approach FIFO workers could take to make friends on site.
Creating memories
Sandra explains explains the importance of creating memories and the elements you need to do that successfully
Survivor guilt
Sandra explains the concept of survivor guilt experienced by those who are left behind while others are made redundant from FIFO work.
How to complain without offence
Sandra explains the steps you can take to make an objection to your partner about something, but without offending them