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Autumn Health Tips

Autumn brings short days filled with sunshine, here’s how to make the most of the new season.

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Stress

Stress can result in headaches, insomnia, mental health disorders, gut issues, social isolation, risk-taking and substance abuse. Learn all about how to cope with stressful situations and how to reduce stress in your life

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Massage

Massage originated in India about 5000 years ago and has been passed on through generations to help heal injuries, relieve pain and reduce stress

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Sleep induction mat

Sleep is fundamental to health. A sleep induction mat may be the perfect addition to your nighttime routine to assist you in falling and staying asleep. Designed to stimulate meridians on your back and shoulders to promote a nervous system and circulatory response, a sleep induction mat is a relatively inexpensive option to try if you have trouble sleeping.

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Meditation

The practice of meditation is believed to have originated about 3000 BCE but the benefits have stood the test of time. Read all about why a regular meditation practice is good for your mind and body

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Infrared Sauna

Saunas are great for your heart, circulation, skin and cells. Incorporating heat therapy into your routine can aid injury recovery, promote longevity and improve your mood.

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Pet therapy

Pets are great to have around the house - excited to see you when you get home, entertaining you with their antics…. the list goes on. Read all about the benefits of pets for your wellbeing

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Self-love

Self-love; the appreciation you hold for yourself, your wellbeing and your happiness is about ensuring you take care of your own needs.

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The Power of Rest

Rest is not something that comes naturally to me. In fact, I had this as a draft for 5 years before I felt qualified to write this blog.

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Home environment

Your environment helps shape you into the person that you are. Considering we spend most of our time at home, dedicating time to making it a place of joy is an investment

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When shit goes down

Life can turn on a dime. When things don't go according to plan, resilience and self-compassion will get you through

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Soul Food

We all know how important it is to fuel your body with nourishing food; it is equally important to feed your soul with the things you love.

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From burnout to thriving

Burnout is not the same as fatigue. It is deeper and more difficult (but not impossible) to recover from.

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Reclaiming

COVID took the world by storm. Today, I am the storm

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Motivation

Despite our best intentions, we all have times when our motivation isn’t as strong as we would like it to be.

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