There is no denying that there is a lot of negativity in the world. Every day we are bombarded with news of a recent humanitarian crisis, natural disaster, disgraced global figure or political scandal. Some days it can be hard to remember that there are also many positive things happening in the world and how …
Nowadays it’s impossible to scroll through your social media timeline or flick through a magazine without seeing the phrase self care several times. On the one hand, it’s great because it acts as a constant reminder to take care of yourself. However, on the other hand, there is a danger that self care may be …
There are too many women existing, surviving and running on empty. We live in a society that promotes and rewards those who live by mottos such as “go hard or go home”, “sleep is for losers” and “I’ll sleep when I’m dead.” This results in busy, tired, dissatisfied, unfulfilled, unhappy and unwell people. For some …
Unlike spring which inspires new beginnings, autumn is a time when many people start to slow down and become more insular. The same happens in nature; flowers die, leaves fall and animals go into hibernation. The autumn and winter months are a time for rest and rejuvenation. As you prepare for the short, dark days …
It is possible to be impacted by a disturbing or particularly distressing event even if you are not involved in it directly. You can also experience trauma symptoms and not even be aware that they are linked. Symptoms of trauma can show up in a number of ways and can surface anywhere from a couple …
I don’t leap out of bed each day but I do consider myself a morning person. Once I’m up, I’m up. And you can talk to me without fear of having your head bitten off. However, I’ve learned that despite being a morning person, what I do in that first hour or so can have …
So, how are your new year’s resolutions going? No, that’s not a trick question, but I’m guessing I know the answer. Don’t worry, I’m not here to make you feel guilty. In fact, you’re not alone because approximately 80% of resolutions fail by the second week of February. I know, I know. You had the best …
A few years ago, I came across a blog post where the writer described putting a self care box together after feeling “more tired than usual and a little bit down in the dumps”. Can you relate? I know I can. If you’ve been following me for a while, you’ll know I’m a huge fan …
Meditation has been around for centuries and most people are familiar with the associated benefits of a regular practice. Despite discovering the positive impact of meditation 15+ years ago, I still meditate inconsistently. Over the years I’ve tried many things to maintain a regular meditation practice and I have found that guided meditation works …
People have mixed views on taking a bath. Some consider it unhygienic and time-consuming while for others it’s an essential part of their daily grooming and self care. For me, a bath is not a quick dip. It’s a long soak spending at least 30 mins immersed in hot water. Staying in the bath long …