When 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.
Quick Guides•Jun 5, 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.
Quick Guides•Apr 21, 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, 2022While the negative impact of using a smartphone in your bedroom may not be immediately noticeable, it can have long-term effects on the quality of your sleep. This, in turn, affects not just your waking, mood, energy and productivity during the day, but can also lead to a whole host of health issues. The good news is, you can kick the habit and make your bedroom into a sanctuary optimized for sleep with these three easy steps!
Quick Guides•Dec 10, 2021After 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.
Quick Guides•Oct 8, 2021Light therapy can have a huge impact on our mood, energy levels and overall wellbeing! Whether you’re working from home or in the office, bright light therapy can play a huge role in your working day, helping to improve concentration and increase alertness.
Quick Guides•Aug 14, 2021A great majority of people are affected by the change of seasons during the fall and winter months. These effects can disrupt their lives in several ways; they may experience changes in energy levels, sleep, eating patterns, mood as well as general feeling of well-being. The severity of symptoms may vary, putting those affected somewhere on the spectrum of SAD or subsyndromal SAD, often referred to as ‘winter blues’.