Can journalling improve your wellbeing?
Sam Parsons Keeping a diary is nothing new. From Samuel Pepys to Alan Bennett, there are plenty of famous examples. However, it’s something that many of us seem to abandon as we…
Wellness
Working out with hay fever: Smart tips for staying active
The arrival of spring brings warmer weather, resurgent natural beauty and a real sense of renewal. Unfortunately for hay fever sufferers, it can also bring seemingly never-ending sneezing, wheezing and…
Stay calm and focused during exams
Exam season can be a challenging time. That’s true whether you’re the person taking the exams or someone watching a loved one go through it all! If you’re experiencing feelings…
Stress relief: Easy ways to manage and reduce stress
Let’s face it: we can’t completely eliminate stress from our lives. However, we can learn tools and techniques to reduce stress, and we can use these to remain calm andcollected…
5 ways sauna sessions can supercharge your workout
Everybody knows that saunas are quiet, contemplative spaces where you can relax and unwind. But did you know that regular sauna sessions can boost your physical fitness as well as…
The benefits of relaxing outdoors
Imagine being outside on a warm, sunny day breathing in the fresh air and listening to a soft breeze rustle through the trees. Sounds relaxing, right? Spending time outside is…
How to use exercise to reduce anxiety
We all know that exercise benefits our bodies. What’s becoming increasingly clear is the effect of movement on our mental health. This is particularly true when it comes to the…
The value of Gratitude Meditation
Meditation comes in many shapes and sizes. Meditation isn’t ‘one size fits all’ – what works for one person may not resonate with somebody else. A common misconception of meditation…
How to thrive in winter
When we speak about winter in the UK, we often talk in terms of survival: getting through it, pushing through to spring. But what if it’s possible not just to…
How to prepare and pack a healthy picnic
There are two kinds of people in life: those who love picnics and those who avoid them. If you’re an avoider – the wasps! The heat! The inconvenience! – we’re…