I’ve shared before a few episodes of the Shot and Chaser podcast. I found today’s episode interesting on the role of social media versus out mental health. Mental Health Awareness Week: Is social media making us depressed? | #420 – Shot & Chaser | Podcast on Spotify Episode Description We’re stuck in a cycle of…
The Importance of Travel
Travel can often be seen as a form of escapism, a way to disconnect from the stresses and strains of daily life. However, travel can do much more for our wellbeing than just provide an escape. In fact, there is a wealth of evidence to suggest that travel can have a hugely positive impact on…
Blog: Decisions
Decision-making is a crucial skill in all aspects of our lives, including our personal wellbeing. Every day, we are faced with countless decisions that affect our mental and physical health, such as what to eat, whether or not to exercise, how to manage our emotions and stress levels, and even how to manage our relationships….
Blog: Spring Cleaning
I recently had a hacking incident, and without going into the details, I decided to change my phone number to help me move forward safely from this. This blog isn’t about cyber security, but a good reminder to be as safe online as we can be! The change of my number happened quite rapidly when…
Things to be grateful for
I talk alot about things I am grateful for and the benefits of regular expressions of gratitude. It has all sorts of benefits for our wellbeing, including reducing inflammation in the body. I read a great article on this topic over at Mind Journals. Well worth checking this one out.
How Much Exercise Do You Need?
We often hear how important exercise is for both our physical and mental health. There is a lot of science to back that up too. What we often don’t hear so much about is just how much exercise we actually need. The UK government recommends a minimum of 2 and a half of moderate exercise…
Blog: It’s been a while
Apologies for not posting for some time, life has got in the way recently. Like many, I’ve had good days and bad days over the last few months. Since relocating overseas, my days have become busier, meaning I’m having less ‘me time’. It took me a while to actually recognise that I needed to stop…
Wellbeing Calendar: March 2023
Happy March! First day of Spring Smile Please find attached the wellbeing calendar of daily actions to take to boost your happiness. This is, as ever, from the charity Action for Happiness. The theme for March is “Mindful March” Let’s pause, breathe and notice, so we can respond more mindfully. There is a PDF and…
Blog: And just like that…
I am currently on holiday in Fuerteventura, and I am writing this blog on a sun lounger by the pool. I’ve just finished a “Volcanic Island” cocktail. I have been focusing on pure relaxation here. My need to relax has led to a series of unexpected events. Allow me to tell you a story. I…
Blog: Alone
Hello Today is the 14th of February. For some people this day is celebrated as Valentine’s Day, a day where we tell or show significant people in our lives what they mean to us. That does not have to be a romantic love, it can be any expression of emotions and connection. Not everybody celebrates…