The science of sleep is both interesting and complex. When we sleep we cycle through stages and at each stage the body has a function to perform that keeps us at an optimum level of health and wellbeing. Several of the Smart Watches and Fitbits now have Sleep Tracker Apps. These devices are equipped with sensors that measure variables like heart rate and movement, they estimate the amount of time you spend asleep and in various sleep stages giving you a more complete picture ... Read more
Tips on How to Practice Self Love
Practicing self-love can be a great way to boost your self-esteem and help you to lead a more fulfilling and meaningful life. There are many ways to practice self love, such as taking time to do something you enjoy, being mindful of your thoughts and feelings, and spending time with people who make you feel good. It's important to remember that self love is not about vanity or pride, but rather about being kind and patient with yourself. It's also important to practice self love ... Read more
Tips to Make Your Morning Routine a Habit
There are so many articles about morning routines circulating through social media, many of them telling you to “drink lemon water every morning!” or “work out every morning!” These may be great ideas for some, but before you start buying lemons and gym equipment, you should actually decide what is best for you. It is very individual, decide what you want then make your plan, look at your options. Benefits of Having a Morning Routine Make a list of the things you’d like to ... Read more
Fidgets/Stress Balls
During my research this month I came across fidgets. My experience with fidgeting or similar was my mum telling me not to fidget and to sit still.I read that fidgeting includes and is not limited to: Do any of those behaviours sound familiar? Many people with Autism, ADHD, Anxiety for example often resort to fidgeting as a means of relaxing and focusing. I didn't realise there is an industry out there to help people to safely and discretely channel their energy to reduce ... Read more
What to Change to Move Forward in 2023
How many times have you planned New Years Resolutions? Have they worked for you? Maybe you need to take one step back and consider the following points. One or more of these points could be the barrier to your success. Everyone is scared of change, the path to change can be a challenge. Set achievable goals and break your goals down into small achievable steps. Even if you improve 1% a day you have succeeded. LETTING THE OPINIONS OF OTHERS CONTROL YOUR LIFE THE ... Read more
Our Mood is Affected by Exercise
When you exercise, your body releases chemicals called endorphins. These endorphins interact with the receptors in your brain that reduce your perception of pain. Endorphins also trigger a positive feeling in the body. 1 Natural Endorphins It appears that exercise can improve our mood by actually altering our brain chemistry. Exercise has been found to change the levels of a number of brain chemicals, including endorphins and serotonin. Endorphins are released by ... Read more
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