We all know what it’s like to feel stressed, but it’s not easy to pin down exactly what stress means. When we say things like “this is stressful” or “I’m stressed”, we might be talking about: Situations or events that put...
The practice of mindfulness—directing all your attention and awareness to the present—can bring many benefits to your emotional and physical health, as well as to the relationships in your life. Everyday mindfulness can: Pull you out of the negative downward spiral...
There are many reasons why physical activity is good for your body – having a healthy heart and improving your joint and bone function are just two, but did you know that physical activity is also beneficial for your mental health and wellbeing? We need to change the...
Stress is something we all deal with, but when we’re chronically in a state of stress, our body — and especially our gut health — can feel the effects. The good news is that you can reduce the effects of stress on your gut. HOW DOES STRESS AFFECT THE GUT? First, let’s...
MENTAL HEALTH Here are some things you can try that may help to look after your mental health and wellbeing: 1. DO THINGS WITH OTHERS Spending time with family or friends, meeting new people and getting involved in activities can make a difference to how you feel. Get...
It may seem that there’s nothing you can do about your stress level. The bills aren’t going to stop coming, there will never be more hours in the day for all your errands, and your career or family responsibilities will always be demanding. But you have a lot more...
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