Mindfulness is the buzz word of the moment, yet what does it really mean? And how can we practically incorporate mindfulness into our every day life?
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Mindfulness is the buzz word of the moment, yet what does it really mean? And how can we practically incorporate mindfulness into our every day life?
Stress can be an ever present figure in our lives, often creeping and crawling around. It’s a big part of how we get things done in the 21st century, under pressure and at times tense.
The gut is often called the ‘second brain’ and if you’ve ever felt those butterflies in your stomach before a big event, or perhaps have been unable to eat following an argument or emotional time you’ll appreciate that the gut is not just an isolated organ dealing with digestion.
You may think of a massage as a luxury treat, or perhaps something you turn to as a last resort when your back or muscles feel particularly tight.
Surrounding yourself with green space decreases stress and anxiety and increases feelings of happiness – these are the findings of a new study from the University of Wisconsin.
Burnout. Not something you have to worry about right? The type of stress you have is just something you have to deal with in your line of work or current situation perhaps? How about the fact that you’re struggling to get to sleep or waking up almost every night? Or perhaps you’ve noticed your weight is creeping up and up despite pounding the treadmill every morning before work?
