Radical self care has never been more important. Taking care of others (ie. your kids!) before you take care of yourself, can wear out your body and soul over time. (Psychology Today) One of the most empowering ways to prioritise your self care is by practicing deep relaxation techniques. Deep relaxation “quietens your mind and […]
Craving less stress, a healthier body and increased productivity at the moment? You’re not alone. Usually after a long year, the summer holidays provide much needed respite from the daily grind. But last year was different. With the pandemic affecting our lives in so many unexpected ways, our minds and bodies have not been able […]
Let’s raise a glass to the end of 2020! It’s Christmas, and time to share meals with friendly (mask-free!) faces. But what to buy our beloved friends and family this year? This is the top question on many of our minds right now. The wheel of consumerism seems less enticing for some reason, as many […]
We’ve made it! Now we are heading towards COVID-normal, and summer (woop!), it’s time to drop those comforting iso snacks, and fit into our summer dresses and shorts (haha). Here are 5 self-care tips to maximise results of your Summer workouts : 1. Exercise ‘Smarter’, not Harder The Online Aussie Lifestyle and Wellness Platform – […]
With the majority of Melbournians walking more to get out of the house(!), get in those 10,000 steps, and catch up with family and friends, those muscles are starting to feel a bit tight! Dr. Craig Lia, Osteopath at Back in Health, suggests some some simple ways to help alleviate tightness from the increased mileage: […]
Struggling to focus? You’re not alone! According to a 2010 Harvard study the average person’s mind wanders nearly 50% of the time. And in 2020 (the year we will never forget), we are experiencing unprecedented levels of distraction. Turns out, on top of the kids and our own monkey minds, a main culprit (you guessed […]
Do you find yourself rubbing your eyes quite often? Are you feeling more tired than usual? A new headache towards the front of your head, or neck pain perhaps? Turns out, ‘digital eye strain’, or ‘computer vision syndrome’ is a thing. Your fatigue, and/or neck and shoulder tension could be a result of the epic […]
It’s been a long year here in Melbourne. Many of us are at our wits end, aren’t we? I mean who has had enough?! But we’ve all pulled together and as the sun comes out from behind the clouds, we are looking forward to a prosecco or two on a balmy evening. We can almost […]