If you’ve never talked about your mental health, the idea of opening up can be scary. For many of us, our doctor is the first person we do this with. But with some advice from our writer, who’s gone through this herself, it can be a beneficial experience…
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The Science Behind the Laughter
Instead of letting life’s problems get us down, wouldn’t it be nice if we could just laugh them off instead? Often described as the key to a happy life, there are times when the thought of being able to have a good old chuckle seems like a total…
Caffeine-Free Energy Drinks: Can they replace a morning coffee?
80% of the world’s population consumes a caffeinated product each day, so what would it take to give it up? Caffeine is a natural brain and central nervous system stimulant found in tea, coffee, and cocoa plants. While it’s relatively harmless, those with anxiety [https://www.anxietyuk.org.…
7 Tips to Help Navigate Parties When You're in Recovery
Whether you’re celebrating the holidays, attending a work function, or simply getting together with your loved ones – it’s undeniable that these parties are some of the most difficult events to survive during recovery If you have struggled with a drinking problem [https://www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/worried-about-someone-elses-drinking/…
The Pursuit Of Happiness: 3 people who changed their lives forever
Happiness, it’s the elixir of life. But, how many of us would like to be happier? And how many of us find work a critical factor in determining our level of happiness? We spend so much of our lives working, it’s inevitable that our careers play a key…
Is 'Blue Monday' a Myth?
The 'most depressing day of the year' doesn't fall in January, according to data collected by leading mental health website Counselling Directory [http://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/] While there has been growing hype (and consequently backlash) about 'Blue Monday' over the past few years,…
A Guide to Self-Hypnosis
The key to overcoming your fears could be as simple as making the most of meditation and positive affirmations. Best of all, you can do it from the comfort of your home…
How To Stay Motivated At The Gym
Working out is something we’d all like to do more often, but never quite get around to. Exercise has been proven to benefit both your physical and mental health, so sticking with it can do wonders for your wellbeing. It’s that time of year when we think about…
Alternative Milks: The Plants Challenging the Dairy Industry
In recent years, the “clean eating” movement has more of us questioning the nutritional value of the food and drinks we consume. While cow’s milk has its benefits, including high levels of calcium [https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vitamins-and-minerals/calcium/] and B vitamins, it isn’t without problems. Allergies,…