Combating Mental Exhaustion Mental exhaustion can creep up on us, and because unlike physical fatigue it cannot be seen or felt so easily we tend to dismiss it. However mental fatigue can definitely take its toll on your well-being. It can...
Read more4 signs of Stress You Shouldn’t Ignore
Do you know when you are being stressed? We usually recognise major stressful events and react accordingly – there may be very obvious physical signs such as shaking, racing heart, headaches, being unable to eat; or mental and emotional reactions...
Read moreSeven Nutritional Tips for Improving Your Mood
Oil your thinking Brain cells need ‘oiling’ with unsaturated fats if they are to communicate properly with each other. Eat oil-rich fish, such as mackerel, herring, sardines, trout, salmon, two or three times a week. Try adding a few nuts and...
Read moreDo You Care for Yourself?
How many of us really care for ourselves? Do you even understand what true self care is really all about? Self-care isn’t just about brushing your teeth or combing your hair. Self-care is for those needs within you. Self-care is caring...
Read moreDealing With Disappointment
Most of us will come up against disappointments, both big and small, as we journey through life. Often we choose to complain to anyone who will listen, or to blame others when things don’t go our way. It’s important to acknowledge our...
Read moreAre You Telling Yourself to Fail?
Are you talking yourself into failure and disappointment? Look out for these signs Much of our happiness and success is the result of our mental attitude. On the flip side of the coin so, too, are our disappointments and failures. And our...
Read more10 Reasons To Include Blueberries In Your Diet
Blueberries are powerful little fruits that are filled with nutrients which help to promote good health and to ward off a number of diseases. Here are 10 reasons to make them a regular part of your diet. High Anti-oxidant contentBlueberries have...
Read moreManaging stress
A previous post dealt with the effects that the mind and emotions can have on the physical body leading to symptoms of stress. This post considers the actions we can take to increase our ability to withstand stress and recover from its...
Read moreAromatherapy for Stress relief
Aromatherapy is a treatment which uses the considered and systematic application of essential oils to improve physical, spiritual and emotional well-being. Essential oils are natural substances derived from plant sources – flowers, herbs, spices...
Read moreGo On – Have a Laugh
Laugh Your Way to Good Health: The Many Health Benefits of Laughter Everybody enjoys a good laugh, whether it’s from a TV program, a live comedy show, or because a friend did something amusing. When was the last time you took some time to relax...
Read moreFive tips for eating more mindfully
Most of us will sit down to a meal or grab food on the go and consume it without thinking too hard about what we are doing. After a period of time we might wonder how come we put on weight or why we feel so sluggish and tired. Here are 5...
Read moreAre you referring to me? – How to gracefully receive a compliment.
When someone gives you a compliment, are you able to receive it, take it in and believe it? Many people find it difficult to receive a compliment. You might mumble your thank you, or give some gesture of acknowledgement, but do you also feel...
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