It can feel overwhelming as we begin a New Year! All the talk of resolutions and ‘new year, new me’ can be a daunting way to look at the 12 months ahead. So, we’ve teamed up with Rochelle Knowles of Mindful Eyes Coaching, to help you set your intentions in a much more manageable and achievable way.
Quick Guides•Dec 22, 2022When you think of Christmas, restful isn’t the first word that comes to mind. Famously known as the most wonderful (and stressful!) time of the year, it can sometimes feel impossible to put your wellbeing first while rushing to visit family and friends.
Quick Guides•Oct 31, 2022When the clocks go back on Sunday, November 6th, you’ll probably feel as though your get-up-and-go has got-up-and-gone. Even though we gain an extra hour in bed, the short and dark days post-clock-change make us feel extra sleepy and lack the energy to get on with the day.
Quick Guides•Oct 5, 2022Have you noticed a clear seasonal pattern in how you feel? Does your mental health plummet with the start of autumn and winter? You may be suffering from a seasonal mood disorder. While you should expect the ‘black cloud’ to lift in the warmer and brighter months, it is important to recognise the symptoms of seasonal depression and opt for suitable therapeutic solutions as early as possible to treat or even prevent SAD and winter blues.
Case Study•Sep 20, 2022Ever wondered why we're programmed to go to bed when it's dark and wake when it's light? Spoiler: it's not because our ancestors decided their sleep pattern would follow the rising and setting of the sun. It's due to human biology and something called our circadian rhythm. Not sure what that is? Don't worry, we're here to explain.
Research•May 11, 2022Poor employee mental health may not be a new workplace issue, but it is more pressing now than ever before. The rate of self-reported work-related stress, depression, or anxiety had shown signs of increasing prior to the coronavirus pandemic, scoring higher still in 2020/21. While all aspects of poor mental health hugely affect the suffering individuals and people close to them, it also can have a negative impact on organizations.
Quick Guides•Apr 21, 2022Do you go to bed worried or frightened that you might not be able to get to sleep? You could be suffering from sleep anxiety. Whether you’re concerned about physically getting to sleep or dreading how distressing and lonely it feels to lay awake in the middle of the night, these negative thoughts before bed can be incredibly anxiety-inducing. Does this sound familiar? We’ve teamed up with Sleep Expert Stephanie Romiszewski to share her top tips for understanding sleep anxiety and how to treat it.
Quick Guides•Apr 4, 2022Your bedroom should be your sanctuary. A place where you close the door and say goodbye to the noise from the outside world. A room designed with only your wellbeing in mind. That’s the key to Biophilic Design, creating a space that improves both your health and happiness. From choosing a calming color scheme and embracing the power of plants, to banishing blue light and investing in your bedding, we're here to share our 5 top tips for creating a restful sleep environment.
Quick Guides•Mar 17, 2022After what feels like an endless 18 months of working from home, we could all do with a wellbeing-boost as we appraoch the winter months.