Making time for mindfulness has never been more essential than it is today. With many of us trying to juggle work with being a parent, and tackling a seemingly endless ‘to do’ list, it’s no wonder that half the nation is suffering from stress-related illnesses at any one time. Modern life can be bad for […]
The Christmas holidays are a time for celebrating – and that includes a perfectly trimmed Christmas tree, adorned with your favourite ornaments as a centre piece. Many of us opt for a real Christmas tree, but as with all living things, they come in all shapes and sizes! Therefore, tree trimming is an essential element […]
Nature makes us calm It’s no secret that nature makes us feel good. Taking a stroll in the local park means that we will be less stressed and much more relaxed to cope with life’s challenges. But just how much impact does it really have on our wellbeing? Can nature actually make us happy? It’s […]
Let’s face it, we all love a holiday! So, why aren’t us Brits taking our full holiday entitlement? According to a YouGov survey in 2015, figures revealed that around 36% of British people don’t take their full holiday entitlement. Reasons varied from wanting to carry over days to the following year (26%), never getting around […]
It is estimated that around 1 in 5 people in the UK suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), with more woman than men being affected. Having lived with the condition myself for many years, I know just how debilitating it can be. If you are one of the millions who suffer from IBS, the idea […]
With the weather heating up nicely and the school holidays fast approaching, many of us are now turning our attention to those all-important summer holidays. Countless years of austerity and a weakening pound have left many of us wondering how on earth we are going to occupy the children for six long weeks – or […]
Let’s face it – children love running wild in the great outdoors. It’s not only enjoyable, it has masses of health benefits too. Engaging in nature can benefit both our physical and mental wellbeing and has even been found to reduce symptoms of ADHD in children. So, let’s explore how nature can improve the quality […]
