To feel well, take on life, and give the best of ourselves, we all need a pit stop occasionally to recharge. Life as a working professional and caregiver is often overwhelming and stressful. This is normal. As is taking time…
25. Good body warming foods to eat in winter
Routed in heritage and tradition As a British-born Chinese (BBC), I have enjoyed growing up eating Western and Eastern cuisines. It has made me a food lover and experimental foodie who enjoys tasting cooking from all over the world. Over the years,…
24. How to write a Wellness Action Plan at work
A Wellness Action Plan is… A confidential document agreed between you and your employer or manager. It identifies things that protect your mental health and well-being at work. Whether or not you’re experiencing poor mental health, every employee should have…
23. 6 natural ways to deal with anxiety
Anxiety is associated with persistent feelings of unease, worry, stress, negative thoughts, or fear. It affects most of us, can be mild or severe, and is triggered by: During these times, feeling anxious is normal. However, some find it harder to…
22. How to tackle mental ill health at work or learning environments
Did you know… That the average employee takes seven days off sick each year, of which 40 percent are for mental health problems? Totalling 70 million lost working days a year, one in seven is caused directly by work or…
21. How to plan for Autumn/Winter Wellness
Seasonal Affective Disorder Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is also known as winter depression because the symptoms begin around now, as the days get shorter, and are felt most during December, January, and February. SAD can be hard-hitting and affect our physical, mental, and…