Numbers of cold water swimmers have soared since the beginning of the pandemic. What used to be the small committed group of winter swimmers at Melbourne’s beaches has now turned into a vast array of daily participants. But is it actually good for you? The anecdotal evidence is clear. If you’ve a friend who takes […]
Settling in to another caffeine-fuelled morning of work, but quietly dreaming of your next run in the winter sun? You needn’t wait to get moving! Often thought of an exercise class just for retirement homes, chair yoga is actually an extremely beneficial activity for all office-bound humans! And it only takes five mins or so […]
Have some essential oils on a shelf somewhere? Finding it hard to sleep lately? Perhaps it’s time for a scent revival! The importance of a good night’s sleep has never been as vital as it is now. According to The Guardian, 70 years ago less than 8% of the population was trying to survive on […]
Can “Sensehacking” Improve Wellbeing? Sensory overstimulation (particularly digital devices) is a hot topic these days. How much time are you spending on your phone? Do you still randomly scroll through Facebook? Do you have a digital detox day, or hour or two? These questions often come up in conversations with friends and family. But have […]
Will Smith’s Facebook viral post “laugh like no-one is listening” is hilarious. Also a huge advocate of how to manage stress during coronavirus, Smith is definitely onto something. How can Laughter Reduce Stress? Laughter can be a great stress release. It reduces the level of stress hormones such as cortisol, epinephrine (adrenaline) and dopamine. […]
As we ease our way out of lockdown 4.0, many of us are still working from home. Keeping up those deep breaths, staying mindful, present and treating yourself and your loved one’s to favourite chocolatey foods are all high up on the self-care list. Just as important is is maintaining a healthy home workspace. A […]
Sleep hacks are a hot topic! World renowned neuroscientist Matthew Walker outlines why we as a society are sleeping less: “First, we electrified the night…light is a profound degrader of our sleep. Second, there is the issue of work: not only the porous borders between when you start and finish, but longer commuter times, too. […]
Is your first thought in the morning – ‘mmm…. coffee’? As evidenced by the numbers patiently queuing at Melbourne’s favourite baristas each morning – you aren’t alone! Over half of us aren’t waking up feeling ‘refreshed’. And a good kick of delicious caffeine helps us start the day. According to The Guardian, 70 years ago […]