What makes that first cup of coffee so wonderful? When we drink coffee, caffeine binds to our brain’s adenosine receptors, which prevent us from being tired. As well as this, it also stimulates the production of adrenaline and dopamine in the brain, making us feel happier and more energetic throughout the day. From the anticipation…
I guess the time we hear the word manifesto is when it is coming up to elections. The word means ‘a public declaration of policy and aims’ (Oxford dictionary of English). It is actually all about setting some specific intentions, what you will do, achieve and embedded in that will be your values, what you…
When the rule book gets torn up and the world seems to lose all balance, it’s natural to feel lost at sea – even in your own home. It’s times like these when we look to food, alcohol, or other temptations to help us feel better and more comfortable. But to get through these uncertain…
With long range weather reporting a 30-degree heatwave during the last week of July and August make sure you protect yourself while enjoying the sun in the garden. Life is all about the simple things, such as spending a sunny afternoon in the garden with an iced coffee in hand. That said, it’s important to…
We are currently in the centre of a global pandemic, many of us are inside selfisolating. Having your entire schedule altered and steering away from your normal routines results in habits developing that may seem harmless at first but will later be detrimental to your health. It has become a popular trend to avoid makeup…
Lockdown has been tough; however many people have enjoyed some of the benefits a more basic lifestyle has offered, such as working from home, learning a new skill, eating homecooked meals or hopping on a bicycle. Leading author and psychotherapist, Mark Newey, believes lockdown has been the ‘reset button nobody dared press’! He’s keen for…
The fitness sector has consistently grown as more people realise the many benefits of physical activity and the effects it has on their well-being. Now, more attention is shifting to being mentally active too – the perfect complement your overall activity. Going for a run or completing another HIIT session indoors becomes part of your…
While we may all be individuals and approach uncertainty differently it is probably true to say that it is something many people find challenging. We tend to feel more secure and comfortable when we know what is happening, what to expect and have some ideas about timescales. However much we may tell ourselves about the…
When you’ve had a long day the only thing you want to do is to drift off to sleep and relax, but sometimes this can be hard. The two key steps to falling asleep is to relax your body and shut down a busy mind. In order for your brain to feel at ease, you…
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