Welcome to my blog to share my experiences and things I am learning during my journey to better wellbeing
Time is so precious - we can’t slow time down or go back in time but there are many ways that it influences our well-being. I have been thinking about the ways that I can deal with time better
Keep Learning is one of the evidenced 5 ways to wellbeing. There are so many benefits to us continuing to learn things throughout our lives but the trick is to find the things that most interest us and to reflect our own way and pace of learning.
A balanced diet is one of the foundations of a healthy lifestyle and is so important to maintain our energy levels, provide good nourishment for our bodies and help avoid chronic diseases. In this blog I share some facts about healthy eating and some general rules that can help to maintain a healthy eating habit without depriving yourself.
Water plays such an important role for humans - even though we are already 60% made of it, it’s very important that we drink enough of it. Dehydration can affect our body’s ability to flush out toxins, cause stress, reduce concentration, damage our complexion so there are just a few reasons to up your water intake.
We all have a tendency to take what we have for granted and continually wish for things to be different. It’s easy to forget that we have a lot to be grateful for. Being thankful for what we have and who we have right now makes us more contented.
Our sense of hearing, like all of our senses, can have a huge influence on our emotional well-being. Whether it is noise from nature, my favourite music, going to a live gig or experiencing a gong bath - this blog is about how sounds play a very important role in my life.
Houseplants not only make our homes look pretty - they enhance our mood and have proven health benefits as they purify our air and increase oxygen levels.
I have been meditating daily for over 3 months now having been both fascinated and daunted by it for some time. It is progressively helping me to become more aware of my thoughts and to find a moment of calm.
Certain smells can make us feel happier and have an immediate uplifting impact on our mood. IMHO essential oils ARE an essential item right now so sharing my favourite ways to use them in your home.
There seems to be a lot more to feel guilty about in the current climate. It’s a struggle to know what we should be doing but very easy to feel inadequate if we pay too much attention to what everyone else says they are doing.
When times get tough, it’s important we can still have a laugh. Laughter not only lifts your mood but there are scientific reasons why it is good for our heath. Let’s keep making each other laugh.
Challenging times for us all living through the unknown territory of a pandemic so anxiety levels are bound to spike. In this blog I share some ways we can cope with anxiety and the changes to every aspect of our lives.
Sleep is vital for our health and well-being and boy do you notice it when you don’t get enough zzzzzz. I have been researching why I am having problems sleeping and what I am doing about it.
Physical activity keeps us fit, strong and healthy and improves our energy levels. Find a way that you love to move your body and do it!
During my holiday where there are fewer distractions, I have been considering ways that I can be more mindful and pay more attention to the present moment.
Self-love is about having a high regard for your own well-being and happiness and accepting yourself just as you are
Massage is an amazing way to relax and unwind but also has proven mind and body benefits.
Some practical tips to help you get organised with your time to avoid unnecessary stress
Our evolution partly explains why our brains default to negative thoughts. Positivity can improve our health so this blog shares some tips on how you can control your negative thoughts
This is a photo of my favourite tree at Shustoke Reservoir which looks beautiful at any time of the year.
