Dr Desirée Kozlowski
@pleasurelab.bsky.social
Psychology academic, researcher, and avid pleasure promoter. I also write. #Pleasure. #EI. #GenderRoles. She/her/they. Ally. Guest on Gumbaynggirr Country. Personal views only. Easily bored.
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Embracing joy in life, and how to support a friend who has bad luck with relationships - ABC listen
When was the last time you had fun or experienced joy? It's something you'd assume should be pretty easy, but sometimes it can feel hard. That struggle to feel joy or notice the small joyful moments i...
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In case you'd like to catch up on our chat about the surprising benefits of pleasure, joy, and all things lovely, here's the link to listen to ABC Radio National's Life Matters from this morning 😘
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www.abc.net.au/listen/progr...
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I call on the Australian government to #RaiseTheRate of all support payments to a living wage.
This would be the single most effective way to lift the productivity, quality of life, and well-being of the whole country.
#CommitToALivingWage
This would be the single most effective way to lift the productivity, quality of life, and well-being of the whole country.
#CommitToALivingWage
November 12, 2025 at 2:37 AM
I call on the Australian government to #RaiseTheRate of all support payments to a living wage.
This would be the single most effective way to lift the productivity, quality of life, and well-being of the whole country.
#CommitToALivingWage
This would be the single most effective way to lift the productivity, quality of life, and well-being of the whole country.
#CommitToALivingWage
November 12, 2025 at 2:21 AM
I call on the Australian government to #RaiseTheRate of all support payments to a living wage.
This would be the single most effective way to lift the productivity, quality of life, and well-being of the whole country.
#CommitToALivingWage
This would be the single most effective way to lift the productivity, quality of life, and well-being of the whole country.
#CommitToALivingWage
Hey, come along to our Joy Boost webinar today!!! 💃🏻
Online from 12-1 (NSW time)
Run by Mindarma for the Black Dog Institute, we'll talk about how to build the joy in your life and why it's good for you 💞
Register for the session here: discover.mindarma.com/_events/2025...
Online from 12-1 (NSW time)
Run by Mindarma for the Black Dog Institute, we'll talk about how to build the joy in your life and why it's good for you 💞
Register for the session here: discover.mindarma.com/_events/2025...
November 11, 2025 at 8:38 PM
Hey, come along to our Joy Boost webinar today!!! 💃🏻
Online from 12-1 (NSW time)
Run by Mindarma for the Black Dog Institute, we'll talk about how to build the joy in your life and why it's good for you 💞
Register for the session here: discover.mindarma.com/_events/2025...
Online from 12-1 (NSW time)
Run by Mindarma for the Black Dog Institute, we'll talk about how to build the joy in your life and why it's good for you 💞
Register for the session here: discover.mindarma.com/_events/2025...
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Quick phone snap of a fragile dapperling in the rain #fungifriends
November 11, 2025 at 12:50 AM
Quick phone snap of a fragile dapperling in the rain #fungifriends
I call on the Australian government to #RaiseTheRate of all support payments to a living wage.
This would be the single most effective way to lift the productivity, quality of life, and well-being of the whole country.
#CommitToALivingWage
This would be the single most effective way to lift the productivity, quality of life, and well-being of the whole country.
#CommitToALivingWage
November 11, 2025 at 1:08 AM
I call on the Australian government to #RaiseTheRate of all support payments to a living wage.
This would be the single most effective way to lift the productivity, quality of life, and well-being of the whole country.
#CommitToALivingWage
This would be the single most effective way to lift the productivity, quality of life, and well-being of the whole country.
#CommitToALivingWage
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A pixie cup #lichen, possibly Cladonia pyxidata, found on a stone wall.
#FungiFriends #mycology #nature #photography
#FungiFriends #mycology #nature #photography
November 10, 2025 at 8:27 AM
A pixie cup #lichen, possibly Cladonia pyxidata, found on a stone wall.
#FungiFriends #mycology #nature #photography
#FungiFriends #mycology #nature #photography
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$1,000 for a one-hour appointment: why are fees for Australia’s specialist doctors skyrocketing? www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
$1,000 for a one-hour appointment: why are fees for Australia’s specialist doctors skyrocketing?
Out-of-pocket costs are increasing faster than inflation and population growth – but increasing Medicare rebates might not be a magic bullet
www.theguardian.com
November 9, 2025 at 8:19 PM
$1,000 for a one-hour appointment: why are fees for Australia’s specialist doctors skyrocketing? www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
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if you are wondering what the fight over hospital and NDIS funding between the states and the commonwealth is all about, it is this. they were promised 45% two years ago, offer now is reportedly closer to 35%. they need to make a deal in time for next budget
www.canberratimes.com.au/story/910764...
www.canberratimes.com.au/story/910764...
November 9, 2025 at 8:59 PM
if you are wondering what the fight over hospital and NDIS funding between the states and the commonwealth is all about, it is this. they were promised 45% two years ago, offer now is reportedly closer to 35%. they need to make a deal in time for next budget
www.canberratimes.com.au/story/910764...
www.canberratimes.com.au/story/910764...
Ghastly blokes dropping off the perch 🤷🏻
November 10, 2025 at 3:58 AM
Ghastly blokes dropping off the perch 🤷🏻
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Joy, a sculpture by artist Loui May, was erected in Sydney's Darlinghurst in the late 1990s. After hundreds signed a petition for its return, a bronze version was created and placed in the spot it once stood decades ago.
World's first sex worker statue returns home after 30 years
Joy, a sculpture by artist Loui May, was erected in Sydney's Darlinghurst in the late 1990s. After hundreds signed a petition for its return, a bronze version was created and placed in the spot it once stood decades ago.
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November 8, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Joy, a sculpture by artist Loui May, was erected in Sydney's Darlinghurst in the late 1990s. After hundreds signed a petition for its return, a bronze version was created and placed in the spot it once stood decades ago.
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*considers responding to a silly comment on a post*
*decides to go touch grass instead*
*decides to go touch grass instead*
November 9, 2025 at 3:37 AM
*considers responding to a silly comment on a post*
*decides to go touch grass instead*
*decides to go touch grass instead*
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There are two types of people that the planet needs fewer of, billionaires and poor people. The ratio of wealth is so one sided that for every billionaire we destroy, thousands of poor people are lifted out of poverty because of it. Win, win. 🎉
November 9, 2025 at 1:20 AM
There are two types of people that the planet needs fewer of, billionaires and poor people. The ratio of wealth is so one sided that for every billionaire we destroy, thousands of poor people are lifted out of poverty because of it. Win, win. 🎉
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Some more yellow-footed rock-wallaby love.
Boolcoomatta Reserve, South Australia.
Boolcoomatta Reserve, South Australia.
November 9, 2025 at 1:49 AM
Some more yellow-footed rock-wallaby love.
Boolcoomatta Reserve, South Australia.
Boolcoomatta Reserve, South Australia.
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Well, knock me down with a feather.
"The first inquiry of its kind into women's pain in Australia has found widespread experiences of dismissal, disrespect and inadequate treatment in the health system..." #WomensHealth
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-11...
"The first inquiry of its kind into women's pain in Australia has found widespread experiences of dismissal, disrespect and inadequate treatment in the health system..." #WomensHealth
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-11...
'Difficult reading': Victoria releases report into women's pain
A Victorian inquiry has found a dismissive and disrespectful health care system built around "Caucasian male biology" is contributing to poorer outcomes for women and girls.
www.abc.net.au
November 9, 2025 at 1:17 AM
Well, knock me down with a feather.
"The first inquiry of its kind into women's pain in Australia has found widespread experiences of dismissal, disrespect and inadequate treatment in the health system..." #WomensHealth
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-11...
"The first inquiry of its kind into women's pain in Australia has found widespread experiences of dismissal, disrespect and inadequate treatment in the health system..." #WomensHealth
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-11...
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MEDIA RELEASE: The Jewish Council of Australia condemns the antisemitic Nazi stunt held yesterday outside NSW Parliament.
W refuse to be intimidated by these pathetic media stunts.
We stand with all Jewish people impacted by today’s racism and with all those experiencing bigotry and hatred. 1/5
W refuse to be intimidated by these pathetic media stunts.
We stand with all Jewish people impacted by today’s racism and with all those experiencing bigotry and hatred. 1/5
November 8, 2025 at 11:22 PM
MEDIA RELEASE: The Jewish Council of Australia condemns the antisemitic Nazi stunt held yesterday outside NSW Parliament.
W refuse to be intimidated by these pathetic media stunts.
We stand with all Jewish people impacted by today’s racism and with all those experiencing bigotry and hatred. 1/5
W refuse to be intimidated by these pathetic media stunts.
We stand with all Jewish people impacted by today’s racism and with all those experiencing bigotry and hatred. 1/5
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I 💯 support this call
I call on the Australian government to #RaiseTheRate of all support payments to a living wage.
This would be the single most effective way to lift the productivity, quality of life, and well-being of the whole country.
#CommitToALivingWage
This would be the single most effective way to lift the productivity, quality of life, and well-being of the whole country.
#CommitToALivingWage
November 9, 2025 at 12:47 AM
I 💯 support this call
Reposted by Dr Desirée Kozlowski
I call on the Australian government to #RaiseTheRate of all support payments to a living wage.
This would be the single most effective way to lift the productivity, quality of life, and well-being of the whole country.
#CommitToALivingWage
This would be the single most effective way to lift the productivity, quality of life, and well-being of the whole country.
#CommitToALivingWage
November 9, 2025 at 12:45 AM
I call on the Australian government to #RaiseTheRate of all support payments to a living wage.
This would be the single most effective way to lift the productivity, quality of life, and well-being of the whole country.
#CommitToALivingWage
This would be the single most effective way to lift the productivity, quality of life, and well-being of the whole country.
#CommitToALivingWage
November 9, 2025 at 12:30 AM
I call on the Australian government to #RaiseTheRate of all support payments to a living wage.
This would be the single most effective way to lift the productivity, quality of life, and well-being of the whole country.
#CommitToALivingWage
This would be the single most effective way to lift the productivity, quality of life, and well-being of the whole country.
#CommitToALivingWage
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November 8, 2025 at 8:51 PM
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Reposted by Dr Desirée Kozlowski
Dysphagia and aspiration pneumonia is deadly outcomes when meal plans aren’t adhered to. All aged care and disability workers should be trained in mealtime support, including IDSSI, but far too many aren’t
📢 Choking deaths more than doubled to 38 in Victoria last year, exposing predictable failures in mealtime care.
👉 More news/weather bots
👉 More news/weather bots
Spike in food choking deaths exposes failures in home care
www.smh.com.au
November 8, 2025 at 5:48 AM
Dysphagia and aspiration pneumonia is deadly outcomes when meal plans aren’t adhered to. All aged care and disability workers should be trained in mealtime support, including IDSSI, but far too many aren’t
Everyone's terrified to speak the truth because the crooks control so much
November 8, 2025 at 6:25 AM
Everyone's terrified to speak the truth because the crooks control so much
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Best time of year. The dogs get bored waiting for me to take eleventy jillion photos of all the mushrooms, slimes and lichens that suddenly appear.
#fungifriday
#fungifriday
November 8, 2025 at 3:58 AM
Best time of year. The dogs get bored waiting for me to take eleventy jillion photos of all the mushrooms, slimes and lichens that suddenly appear.
#fungifriday
#fungifriday
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I have zero expectations for LNP - and they exceed those expectations every day.
I did however have some expectations for Labor - and I now feel completely betrayed.
I truly didn’t think they would be this bad.
Could and should be so different 😞😞 #auspol
I did however have some expectations for Labor - and I now feel completely betrayed.
I truly didn’t think they would be this bad.
Could and should be so different 😞😞 #auspol
November 8, 2025 at 3:01 AM
I have zero expectations for LNP - and they exceed those expectations every day.
I did however have some expectations for Labor - and I now feel completely betrayed.
I truly didn’t think they would be this bad.
Could and should be so different 😞😞 #auspol
I did however have some expectations for Labor - and I now feel completely betrayed.
I truly didn’t think they would be this bad.
Could and should be so different 😞😞 #auspol