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Our Library is packed with personal stories and in-depth research-
based features, alongside the latest medical and scientific discoveries
in the worlds of hormone and reproductive health.
How do you start to meditate? “Quiet the mind and the soul will speak” The solution to the effects of a busy, dynamic and active lifestyle in today’s world lies in a practice that has been around for several millennia
With the new year approaching – and this year it’s a big one – it comes naturally to many of us to take stock of where we are, how far we’ve come, and at least ponder how we could make
Today we’re talking about meditation techniques. The problem a lot of people have with kickstarting a regular meditation practice is that they don’t really know what they should be doing while they are meditating. Generally speaking, you’re not really ‘doing’
What Is Somatic Experiencing? Somatic Experiencing is a body-oriented form of therapy aimed to heal trauma and other stress disorders. The practice aims to release built-up energy and tension from past trauma – whether that be early developmental attachment trauma,
Often mocked as a buzzword or our generation, we hear a lot about anxiety these days. But far from being a joke or a “snowflake” disorder, many of us – of all ages and backgrounds – experience anxiety at some
Are you breathing consciously? Sounds like a strange concept, but there are tons of benefits to be had by being breath-aware… The air you breathe… For breath is life, and if you breathe well you will live long on earth.
What is anxiety disorder? Anxiety Disorder Definition: When we are diagnosed with Anxiety, this refers to Generalised Anxiety Disorder, also known as GAD, hence the fact that the diagnostic questionnaire often used is the GAD-7. As it sounds General Anxiety
Feeling fragile? Crippling social anxiety, off your food and struggling to get out of bed each day? Maybe you feel an overwhelming sense of exhaustion, apathy, and doom? Don’t worry – you’re probably on the edge of a nervous breakdown.
From dealing with criticism to speaking up in meetings, the office can be a nightmare for a highly sensitive person, but it doesn’t have to be! Being a highly sensitive person is not a medical diagnosis, but rather a collection
Getting caught up in your thoughts is far too easy, though it can be extremely hard to spring back from these and avoid the risk of your thoughts spiralling out of control. To try and keep your head in check,
As social creatures, we are wired to feel good when praised and validated by those around us. This is not inherently unhealthy, but putting our entire value down to the opinions of others is a surefire way to never feel
The art of intention setting has taken the world by storm. From the rise of bullet journaling to daily yogic mantras to a burgeoning range of smartphone apps and tools to help you plan your day, week, or even life.
Like 25% of people in the UK, I struggle with depression daily, and have done for most of my life. Even after 3 years of taking medication, I often still have bad days; days where I feel lethargic, unmotivated, and
In a world in which success is measured by having a steady income, good savings and a good contract, it is difficult to get by without those things. It is difficult to be taken seriously when you don’t want those
Spiritual Wellness has become an important part of our everyday lives. “Spirituality does not come from religion … it comes from our soul” (Anthony D. Williams – ‘Inside the divine pattern’) Darlings, we’ve all done a serious amount of soul-searching
Following on from our last article of ‘Understanding Anxiety’ we are now going to consider how to beat anxiety Darling. If you’re interested to see where your anxiety levels currently sit an NHS recommended tool for anxiety assessment is the
We hear a lot about burnout these days – everyone knows at least one person who had to take long-term leave or quit their job because of it. I was one of those people who thought: sure – we all
Is Anxiety Always Unhelpful? No, although when you are a quivering wreck and can’t stop running to the loo it can feel very unhelpful, however, there is a very good reason why we can invoke the feeling of near-death at
It’s easy to know when your physical health needs a little attention, isn’t it? You feel those aches and pains, the sniffles, the breathlessness to name but a few and we discussed this in the post about the first pillar.
A vast majority of us are guilty of dwelling on our pasts, me included. I look back on my childhood with anger and resentment, thanks to my biological mother and former foster mother; one being incapable and selfish, the other
When we consciously acknowledge and accept who we are and our desires, we might find we are more open, honest and true to ourselves, creating good mental health and positive thinking. Often intersubjective reality (doing things because others do) leads
The ever-growing focus on self-care and its importance has, thankfully, found its way onto the app market. Self-care has never been so easily accessible, and there are a number of different kinds of self-care apps including meditation-based, journal-based and fitness-based
When checking feeds on social platforms such as Facebook or Instagram, or even whilst watching programmes or movies on the television, it is very common that people will compare themselves to those they are exposed to. Whether you feel envious
Have you ever had a transition in your life and been left feeling extremely lost Darling? When every Tom, Dick and Harry was advising that you should see this as an opportunity, a chance to seize the day and that
Despite the fact that some of our darkest times stem from the workings of our minds, the mind also has an incredible amount of strength, so much so that it has the ability to completely change the way all situations
This article compiles a list of empowering song lyrics, sung by empowering women of this era who all spring to mind when the subject of empowering female musicians arises. Whether these lyrics touch on feminism, mental health, or strong independent
Mindfulness, Meditation, Taking Notice – what does all this mean Darling? You’ve probably heard of mindfulness recently, you’ve also probably heard of meditation and maybe even ‘Taking Notice’ from The Five Ways to Wellbeing. So what the hell are they?
We all get stressed now and again. Whether it be relationships, work, family or just general life, many things can affect our stress levels. A sure sign that you are feeling stressed is a change in your eating habits. These
We live in a heavily materialistic world, where every company, shop and business is trying to get you to buy their wares. This consumerism leads to a material build up in our homes of items we may never use. Clothes,
The Americans seem to be obsessed. They call their therapist one of their best friends, their confidante in times of need; their ex has just turned up in town, they’re struggling to manage anxiety and work stress, or they just
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