What if self-care didn’t have to mean taking time away from your life? What if it could simply become part of the way you move through your day? A few minutes of gentle movement. A few slow breaths. A little time to yourself. That is one of the things I love about Qigong. Qigong is …
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Have you ever watched someone practising Qigong and wondered what they were actually doing? The movements can look incredibly simple. Slow stretches. Gentle turns. Controlled breathing. Standing quietly and moving with intention. But there is much more to Qigong than simply moving slowly. Qigong is an ancient Chinese practice that brings together movement, breathing and …
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My Self-Care Philosophy: Make Self-Care a Habit My philosophy is simple: Make self-care a habit. Not something we do only when we are exhausted. Not something we earn after everyone else has been looked after. Not something that has to involve expensive spa days, candles, bubble baths or a weekend away. Self-care is much bigger …
There is something magical about the changing of the seasons. One minute we are enjoying long, light evenings, bare feet, warm sunshine and the freedom that summer brings. Then, almost without us noticing, the mornings become cooler, the evenings begin to draw in and the leaves start to change colour. Autumn is arriving. And with …
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When I talk about self-care, I tend to focus on the things that don’t cost a penny. And for good reason. You don’t need a bank account full of money to look after yourself. You can practise breathing exercises. You can journal. You can use affirmations. You can go for a walk in nature. You …
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Self-Care doesn’t have to look a certain way. A relaxing bath. A meditation. A walk in nature. A cosy blanket, a good book and a cup of tea. And yes, all of those things absolutely are self-care. But sometimes? Self-care is just getting through your to-do list. And that’s OK. Sometimes self-care isn’t about slowing …
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Friday the 13th: Bad Luck… or a Little Bit of Magic? Friday the 13th has a reputation that makes some people nervous. For centuries it has been linked with bad luck, strange superstitions, and eerie stories. Some people avoid travelling, making big decisions, or even leaving the house on this date. But here’s the interesting …
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Positive Psychology: A Kick-Ass Self-Care Tool for Real Life When most people hear the word psychology, they think about problems. Depression. Anxiety. Trauma. Stress. Traditional psychology has done incredible work helping people understand and treat these challenges. But there’s another side of psychology that focuses on something just as important: What helps people thrive. This …
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What is Perimenopause? Symptoms, Diagnosis, and How to Support Your Body Many women reach their late 30s or 40s and begin noticing changes in their body that they can’t quite explain. Maybe your sleep has changed, your mood feels different, or your periods have become irregular. For many women, these changes are part of a …
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35 Signs You May Be in Perimenopause Many women start noticing strange changes in their body in their late 30s or 40s and wonder what is going on. Maybe your sleep has changed, your mood feels different, or your periods have become unpredictable. For many women, these changes are linked to Perimenopause — the natural …
