Tag: depression
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Parental Burnout: the signs, causes and how to avoid it
When we think of burnout, we’re likely to associate this type of exhaustion with excessive and prolonged stress that occurs when we feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or unable to meet constant demands at work. For many years, burnout has been seen as an occupational hazard- but it’s not only reserved for the workplace… Research has […]
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Lessons you can learn from feeling overwhelmed
Regardless of how well organised we are, there are times when things seem to seek out to overwhelm even the most resilient of us. While we may take satisfaction in our ability to juggle, to always be available or up to speed, this can disguise deep-rooted anxiety, an inability to delegate, or simply say no. […]
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Eat to beat: Fight stress with the right fuel
Surprisingly not all the stress we experience is bad. After all, it’s what drives us to get out of bed in the morning and encourages us to prioritise our daily tasks. The trouble is that stress is somewhat inevitable in today’s high-pressure environment, and unfortunately none of us are strangers to feeling stressed out. Left […]
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Sleep easy: Why it’s essential to get sunlight in the morning
It’s well-established that sleep is essential to our physical and mental health. But despite its importance, a troubling percentage of people find themselves regularly deprived of quality sleep. If you find yourself lying awake in bed tossing and turning until the early hours, you may need a sleep reboot. According to Dr Andrew Huberman, tenured […]
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A vital vitamin: Are you getting enough B12?
Plant-based diets have quickly become the norm for many of us, but while removing animal products from our diets is particularly good for the environment, it can leave us with a challenge when it comes to getting enough vitamin B12 as this vitamin is not found in plant-based foods. Vitamin B12 naturally occurs in most […]
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12 habits that make anxiety worse and how to change them
Nervousness, panic attacks and feelings of sadness plague more of us than you might think. Mixed anxiety & depression is the most common mental health problem in Britain, and around 8 million people in the UK have some form of an anxiety disorder, affecting around a third of people at some stage in their lives. But […]
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Express yourself & let go of your emotions with creative writing
One of the ways many people choose to express themselves creatively is through writing. Whether it’s through storytelling, poetry or prose — writing down your thoughts can serve to alter the ambiguity of your emotions and experiences into something more. And what better way to get it all off your chest than by putting pen […]
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Do you feel lonely even though your life feels busy? Here’s why
Loneliness is something that can affect anyone at any time, and can come in many different shapes and forms. We don’t even have to be physically alone to feel lonely, and it’s this kind of loneliness that can often feel the most complex and confusing. After all, how can we feel lonely when we’re surrounded […]
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Your 30-day mental health boosting plan
Makeover your mood in a month with this simple but effective mental health boosting plan: Day 1: Learn a new skill Research shows that learning new skills can improve your mental wellbeing by boosting your self-confidence, raising self-esteem and helping you to build a sense of purpose. Day 2: Practise positive self-talk Those with positive […]
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51 habits to empower positivity in 2022
New year doesn’t have to mean a new you. But chances are we could all do with bringing a little more positivity into our lives. So with that in mind, here are 51 habits to encourage just that. Focus on your passion Work out to FEEL GOOD, not lose weight Stop gossiping Give one compliment […]
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