A good night’s sleep helps us to be at our best during the day. But a bad night’s sleep can make us feel our worst. Here’s how to get better sleep.
This simple breathing exercise which has been seen to lower, stress & anxiety and improve memory & focus, give it a try!
This is a fast, effective, way to get our bodies out of the stress response in real time.
Catherine Wells, Occupational Therapist, show us how to use your breath to initiate a relaxation response in the body.
Find a quiet spot and take a few minutes to just breathe fully using these three basic principles.
Anxiety is a common condition affecting anyone at any age.
In this blog, Cara Swanston answers an anonymous question on living with OCD.
Getting active is clinically proven to reduce the stress hormone cortisol and release dopamine, which is a natural mood booster, and increase endorphins which are a natural painkiller.
Can you take a couple of minutes now to pause, be still and engage in a short meditation? This meditation utilises the power of breath, soft focus vision and visualisation.
Experts and some research suggest that candle gazing meditation can help enhance cognitive function, mental health, and reduce anxiety.
A simple yet profound well-being tip that often gets overlooked – setting boundaries.
Ever thought about giving journaling a try? It's far more than just putting pen to paper.
You can write a novel, jot down a few bullet points, or even sketch your thoughts. It's your space to be as creative or straightforward as you want.
Can you get to grass, barefoot for about 5 minutes? Then this short meditation is for you. Visualisation Meditations hit differently, especially for those of us that struggle with standard meditation.
Dive into the importance of self-compassion and how it is the foundation of anxiety-busting superpowers.
A user Joined the Conversation by asking for a practice that helps reduce anxiety. Catherine Wells, Occupational Therapist suggests giving Orienting a go.
Simple practices integrated into your daily routine can make a significant impact on your overall mood and anxiety levels in just a week!
Legs-Up-the-Wall Pose is a restorative yoga posture that offers a wealth of benefits, making it a great choice for those wishing to lessen anxiety or worry.
You know what's truly underrated? The power of our furry, feathery, and scaly companions – those lovable pets who bring so much joy and warmth into our lives!
We are so attached to our devices, to feel connected, to stay up to date and to distract ourselves. Find 10 bedtime rituals to replace screen time and aid sleep, reduce anxiety and increase happiness.
Happiness is more than just a fleeting emotion; it's a state of being. At its core, this Happiness Jar activity is a practice of gratitude—a daily ritual that invites us to shift our focus from scarcity to abundance.
Gain some insight into the realm of somatic practices. Simply put, somatic exercises use the profound connection between our body and our well-being.
Introducing the self-hug, a simple yet incredibly impactful practice that can boost your well-being and foster self-compassion.
The body talks to the brain - we just have to learn the language, try these simple Somatic exercises when your feeling anxious, sad, angry, stress or overthinking.
This is a somatic practice to help with nervous system regulation. You can use this if you feel anxious, scattered or dysregulated.
Let’s delve into the incredible relationship between nature and our well-being. And now, backed by science, we know it's the real deal.
A sit spot is a favourite place in nature that you visit regularly to cultivate awareness as you expand your senses and study patterns of nature. It can become like an anchor in your life.
Ever heard of forest bathing? And no, it's not a bath in the forest although I’m sure that would be wonderful too.
Nature can provide a momentary release from stress but it’s more than that. Catherine Wells, Occupational Therapist shares her thoughts along with Wendell Berry's poem to explore this further.
