The traditional view is that stress is something that primarily happens in your mind. Whilst it’s true that stress does indeed have an impact on your mind it is importance to recognise that it is a response that occurs first and foremost in your body. The stress response is designed to provide the body with … Read more

So lockdown is about to come to an end and we can begin to return to experiencing a sense of freedom and autonomy once more. But that’s not how many people feel as we enter a revised tier system that sees many parts of the country facing more restrictions than before lockdown. The fact of … Read more

Meditation is receiving a lot of attention in the wellbeing space – more so than ever in fact. Whether it’s online meditation programmes or apps, never before has this tool been so widely available.  Meditation’s positive impact is beyond question; research has consistently shown that there are a number of physical and mental health benefits … Read more

Footballers In Retirement: The Mental Health Myth It is commonly perceived that when footballers retire their lives begin a downward trajectory. From childhood up until their mid to late 30s, they have had just one objective: play football. Without such a distinct purpose to life, they are said to fill the void with many vices. … Read more

Motivation Is Not The Only Way There are few habits that have as many physical and mental health benefits as exercise. While there are many people who have the exercise habit nailed, many of us just can’t seem to crack it, despite our best intentions. There has been more written about motivation than just about … Read more

When it comes to mental health, the focus has always been very much on the mind. We are regularly told that it’s our thoughts that determine how we feel, and how we respond to and cope with stress. But it turns out that that’s not the full story. Nowhere near. Recent developments in neuroscience mean … Read more

The science of happiness There was a time when happiness was considered a ‘fluffy’ subject not worthy of attention from those in academia. However, with more people currently suffering from mental health issues than ever before, understanding what factors contribute to emotional well-being has become a top priority for some of the top establishments of … Read more

Free exercises to help you stay mentally fit During these difficult times it is vital you stay mentally fit as well as physically. Please use these simple daily exercises to help manage your stress levels and emotional wellbeing. Stress Management Tools Coronavirus Mind Protection Help manage your unhelpful thoughts in these difficult times. 7-11 stress management practice … Read more

Stress is linked to the six leading causes of death When the end of a calendar year approaches and friends and colleagues discuss what they’ll do differently once the clock chimes midnight on December 31, you very rarely hear anyone say that their new year’s resolution is to reduce stress. Which makes no sense at … Read more

The mind and the body Mental health problems are often described as the invisible struggles that happen inside an individual’s head. While this is true, it is important to recognise that these internal battles are not confined exclusively to what’s going on upstairs; the body is very much involved as well. In fact, there are … Read more