There are many ways to increase your resilience. This is good news because we can all do with inner resources to get through times when we feel overwhelmed or unable to cope. Here are 10 helpful tips to increase your resilience Top tips for resilience: Embrace failure and accept it as a part of life... » read more
To say we’re in the midst of a mental health crisis is not an exaggeration. Mental health concerns have been increasing for years and have only been amplified by the COVID-19 crisis and national lockdowns. Over half of UK adults said their mental health got worse as a result of the March 2020 restrictions. The... » read more
Think of your ideal birthday party, and the immediate thoughts may consist of a delicious cake, unbridled laughter, and the company of loved ones. Throw in a few snacks, and you have the foundation of a perfect party that is fit to celebrate another chapter of your life. But when you are enjoying your special... » read more
Walking alone at night can often feel unsafe, especially if you live in the city. Some people try to avoid going outside when it gets dark, but that can be incredibly restrictive. In winter, the nights draw in quicker and the light can fade even before you’ve left work. Everyone, at least once, will have... » read more
Mindfulness exercises are the gold standard for managing COVID stress for a reason. From the pandemic that brought you the terms “social distancing” and “Zoom fatigue,” here’s another one to add to your vocabulary: Covid stress. Google Trends shows that searches for the term were nonexistent in February, peaked at the end of March, fell... » read more
New year, new blog? Sharing your writing online for all to see can be a daunting prospect at the best of times. Even for the most seasoned author, setting up a blog for the very first time can feel like un-inviting territory if you are not familiar with the technological know-how it requires. Thankfully, creating... » read more
There are many ways to improve confidence. Here are a few of the secrets of confident people: 1) Confident people rarely compare themselves unfavourably to others. People who lack in self-confidence automatically compare themselves negatively to others. They look for all the ways that they THINK others are better than them – this is... » read more
Having a few lazy days now and then is typical for most people. However, if being lazy affects the quality of your life, you must address it. Feeling lethargic and unmotivated might be indicative of a medical problem. Whether the issue is psychological or physical, make sure that you get in contact with your MD... » read more
Mental health is health. The state of your mental health can enhance or inhibit everyday functioning, relationships, fulfilment and satisfaction in life. Mental Health Score is a free, accessible and research backed screening to help you measure, track and improve your mental health. The screening and resources are designed to support you with proactive... » read more
There are so many incredible ways to connect with your community and to feel like an important part of your town or city. There are no special requirements. In other words, it doesn’t matter how old you are or if you’re single or married. It also doesn’t matter if you reside in a rural place,... » read more