CALM – is an app to boost your wellbeing and mental health, I subscribe, therefore get their newsletter. One of their latest articles is research into sleep habits in the UK and USA, it makes for some interesting reading. It also includes some information on free telephone based sleep resources that will be launched by…
Tag: wellbeing
Blog: Only Human
“Mental Health is a universal human right.” That is the theme for this year’s world mental health day, which falls on 10 October each year. The theme is set by the World Health Organisation (WHO). This year, mental health day is about acknowledging that mental health is a right for everybody, and no matter who…
Selfcare when caring
I’ve had times in my life where I’ve been a carer. My Grandma has Alzheimer’s disease, before she passed away in 2016, I was one of her primary carers. I can tell you; it is very easy to lose yourself into the process. I found myself putting the needs of others ahead of my own,…
Why Taking Time Out Is Important
I’m currently taking some time out after a very stressful and hectic few months. It’s essential that I take this time to relax and reset for my own wellbeing. The following article from Mindjournal outlines why it is so important to take time out: https://www.mindjournals.com/blogs/read/summer-timeout?utm_source=Potential%20Purchasers&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=August%20%7C%20Email%202%20%7C%20Editorial%20%28Engaged%29%20%2B%20%28Potential%29%20%2801H6RHCJJ6TV42QRJEYAMKYS0F%29&triplesource=klaviyo&_kx=gRm7jEdVFpdiOyx6j0XvLJMfug4-Nmsbvf98aiCv_J6M1AMByXiJuejBzEmNAyrU.KhZBMb
Best exercise for lowering blood pressure
The BBC has an interesting article about the best exercises to do to reduce blood pressure. It’s been found that strength training are some of the best exercises to do, and has been shown to be more effective than some more traditional exercises in current guidance. Read more over at the BBC.
Time and Fitness
As the world continues to evolve, it can often feel like the pace of life is increasing too. It seems to me, there is a perception that everyone thrives on a fast paced way of life. I am sure there are plenty of people who do thrive like that, but there are also many that…
Blog: The Basics
I’ll start out by saying this is the first attempt I’ve made at writing a blog for over a month. I was ill with covid and my one my cats died very suddenly. I’ve been taking time to focus on myself, my own needs and recovery. You might call that selfish, I call it self…
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….
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…
Better Days Wellbeing 