Tag: wellbeing
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Why a Day at the Beach is Good for your Mental Health
Do you love the beach and instantly feel more relaxed and at peace by the sea? If so, you’re certainly not alone. In fact, being by the water is beneficial to our physical and mental health in numerous ways. In an interview with The Guardian, Dr Mathew White, an environmental psychologist, said the sea has…
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The Mental Health Benefits of Going Barefoot
Most of us are used to wearing shoes the majority of the time, but walking barefoot is not only good for your posture and physical health, it’s also beneficial for your mental wellbeing. Our ancestors were much more connected to the earth and spent the majority of their time outside – hunting, working on the…
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The Language of Touch
Having offered gentle touch to people of all ages, from preterm babies to the elderly, in many different settings, I remain constantly amazed and in awe of the effect that pure, simple, gentle touch can have on another person. For years I have sought to understand why. What is it about touch that can have…
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Alcohol Awareness Week: Are you ready for a change?
Alcohol Awareness Week this year falls on the week of 18th November. Every year there is a theme, and this year’s is Change. Change can be scary, let’s admit it. Many people steer away from change for as long as they can, even when they hear it knocking on their door. Change can bring a…
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What is Health? Well-Being vs Unwell-Being
A 21st Century Vision of Healthcare – A Paradigm Shift Turning our healthcare systems upside down for a healthier society in the future Let me make it crystal clear, I cherish the best of modern medicine and am grateful that I live at a time when millions are saved from a premature death with the…
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A Country Retreat for Those in Need of Rest and Renewal
Introducing The Falcon at Castle Ashby The Falcon is a lovingly restored country hotel set in the heart of the 10,500-acre Castle Ashby estate in rural Northamptonshire, with over four centuries of history at the nearby Castle Ashby House Gardens. Surrounded by an incredible array of flora, fauna and wildlife that is ever-changing with the…
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The 5 Key Benefits Of Having A Cleaning Schedule
Whether you are a strictly organised person who loves lists, projects, and ‘checking’ items off when complete, or more laidback, scheduling your cleaning can have lots of benefits. We have rounded up some of the best ones below.
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Want to boost your immune system for the coming winter months?
Want to boost your immune system & raise your energy levels in the long winter months ahead? Curious about Reiki? With our daylight hours & sunshine reduced, it’s a fantastic way top up our healthy state of wellbeing. Beautiful restoring winter Reiki treatments can recharge and strengthen, alleviate pain, and accelerate the natural healing process…