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Meditation & mindfulness

What meditation & mindfulness involves, who it can help and what practitioners say — every Wellbeing Magazine story on the subject.

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How Therapy Can Help With Anxiety

Everyone experiences anxiety from time to time. Feeling nervous before an important event, worrying about a difficult situation or feeling stressed during a major life change can be a normal part of life. For people experiencing persistent or disruptive anxiety, anxiety therapy can provide a way to better understand what is happening and develop strategies for managing it.

By Rachel Branson · 23 Sept 2026

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When Nurses Open Holistic Health Practices

A growing number of registered nurses in the United States are stepping out of conventional clinical settings and opening their own wellness practices.

By Rachel Branson · 10 Sept 2026

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Mind

Can Tactile Desk Toys Support Short Mindful Breaks?

Mindfulness advice usually comes with a catch: it asks for more time than most people actually have during a workday. Sit for ten minutes, breathe for five, step away from your desk for a walk. All good advice, and almost none of it fits into the gaps most people actually get between meetings. This is where smaller, more physical tools have started to fill a real gap, and tactile desk toys are one of the simplest examples of that shift.

By Rachel Branson · 9 Sept 2026

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The Secret Life of the Health App on Your Phone: What's Actually Happening Behind the Screen

You open the app, log your steps, check your sleep score, maybe track a cycle or a blood pressure reading, and close it again. Thirty seconds, tops. But in those thirty seconds, a lot more happened than a number changing on your screen. Data moved. Decisions got made. Companies you've never heard of may have received a copy of what you just typed.

By Rachel Branson · 27 Aug 2026

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Wellness Retreats: A Restorative Escape for Body and Mind

A wellness retreat arranged with Healing Holidays can offer the space, guidance, and specialist support needed to step away from everyday pressures and focus on your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

By Rachel Branson · 26 Aug 2026

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Mindful Living: Decor Choices That Reduce Stress

Home environments shape daily mental state in subtle, profound ways. Simple spatial choices and natural materials transform plain rooms into peaceful sanctuaries. By selecting calm decor elements, you design spaces that promote rest, lower mental fatigue, and support daily mindfulness.

By Rachel Branson · 24 Aug 2026

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What Is the Best Cold Plunge for a Home Wellness Ritual in 2026?

The best cold plunge for a home wellness routine in 2026 is the Polar Monkeys Brainpod 2.0, named best indoor and outdoor cold plunge by Men's Health and Best Indoor Cold Plunge by Fortune this year. But the right choice depends on the pain point you're solving: building a ritual you'll actually keep, finding water cold enough to matter, or bringing hot and cold therapy into one shared space. This guide matches each to a pick.

By Rachel Branson · 20 Aug 2026

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Practical Wellness Solutions for People With Busy Schedules

When you’re juggling work, family, social life, and your personal goals, wellness often starts to feel like just another item on your ever-growing to-do list. In our day-to-day lives where every hour seems accounted for, it’s all too easy to push healthy habits to the side. The great news is, you don’t need a radical life overhaul to feel good inside and out. Small, practical adjustments can make a significant difference in how you feel physically and mentally.

By Rachel Branson · 5 Aug 2026

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Best Workout Apps to Keep You Motivated and Moving

Finding the right workout app can make sticking to a fitness routine much easier. Whether you're training for strength, improving your mobility, following guided classes, or looking for a more holistic approach

By Rachel Branson · 5 Aug 2026

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How Small Routines Make Big Impacts

I decided I wasn't going to miss another morning doing the routine that I knew helped me feel better in my body. The am start that I had created for consistency. The regular rhythm that encouraged more positive behaviors, greater productivity, and a sense of certainty throughout my day.

By Rachel Branson · 3 Aug 2026

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Mind

How Does Trauma Therapy Help Survivors of Domestic Violence?

Domestic violence therapies provide crucial support to a staggering number of individuals affected by intimate partner violence, with one in three women and one in four men experiencing it firsthand. This type of violence accounts for 15% of all violent crimes, and its impact often extends to children; one in 15 children are exposed to domestic violence, with 90% witnessing the violence in their own homes.

By Rachel Branson · 28 Jul 2026

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Navigating Alternative Intimacy for Deeper Emotional Connection

When we discuss holistic wellbeing, the conversation predictably circles familiar pillars: the nutritional value of our meals, the consistency of our meditation practices, and the quality of our sleep. Yet, true wellness requires us to examine all facets of our human experience, including the ones we rarely speak about in polite company.

By Rachel Branson · 26 Jul 2026

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How does Right Relationship Connect with Health?

Over the years, both through my own healing journey and through supporting clients as a naturopath and Family Constellations facilitator, I have found myself returning to one idea again and again. Beneath almost every symptom, every recurring pattern and every moment of transformation lies the question of relationship. Not simply our relationships with other people, but our relationship with our own body, with food, with nature, with our family system, with animals, with meaning and with whatever we understand as sacred.

By Rachel Branson · 17 Jul 2026

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Mind

Solo Travel Secrets for a Complete Mental Reset

Taking a break from daily life can clear your mind. Many people find that traveling solo offers the perfect escape from constant stress. You get to make every decision without needing approval from anyone else.

By Rachel Branson · 3 Jun 2026

PTSD Intervention

Mind

The Importance of Early PTSD Intervention

Post-traumatic stress disorder, commonly known as PTSD, is a mental health condition that can develop after someone experiences or witnesses a traumat

By Rachel Branson · 23 May 2026

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Body

Stop Telling Burned-Out People to Do More Yoga

Somewhere between the third meditation app you’ve downloaded and the fifth article you’ve read telling you to “build a solid support system,” you’ve recognized the problem.

By Rachel Branson · 19 May 2026

The Modern Wellness Landscape

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The Modern Wellness Landscape

The concept of wellness has drastically evolved over the years, expanding from traditional health practices to an all-encompassing approach that integrates physical, mental, and spiritual dimensions.

By Rachel Branson · 5 May 2026

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The Mental Health Benefits of Having a Decorative Garden Space in Your Home

In our increasingly fast-paced and digitally dominated world, the search for peace and mental wellbeing has become more crucial than ever. Whilst therapy, medication, and lifestyle changes all play important roles in maintaining psychological health, one often overlooked solution lies quite literally in our own backyards.

By Rachel Branson · 29 Apr 2026

Wellness & Health Solutions

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The Best Wellness & Health Solutions to Elevate Your Everyday Life

Taking care of your health has never been easier — or more exciting. From apps that count your every step to platforms that bring yoga to your office and therapy tools that support children with special needs, today's wellness ecosystem spans a remarkable range of human needs.

By Rachel Branson · 28 Apr 2026

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10 Women Changing the Face of Leadership in 2026

Leadership today looks different than it did a decade ago. These ten women are building movements, challenging industries, and creating real change on their own terms. Their stories prove that true leadership isn’t about titles. It’s about courage, resilience, and the willingness to chart a new path forward.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

By Rachel Branson · 21 Apr 2026

Wellness Routine

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Building a Sustainable Wellness Routine: Aligning Movement, Nutrition, and Mindful Living

Daily life today demands constant attention. Work schedules, digital communication, family responsibilities, and personal goals can easily fill every hour of the day. In the middle of this activity, maintaining health often becomes something people plan to address “later.” Yet wellness works best when it becomes part of everyday life rather than an occasional priority.

By Rachel Branson · 15 Apr 2026

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Mind

6 Wellness Hacks For Managing Adult ADHD Daily

Adult ADHD can make daily life feel like a constant race against time. Small tasks often become mountains that feel impossible to climb without the right tools. Living with this condition requires a set of strategies that fit your lifestyle. Finding what works for you helps turn chaos into a manageable routine that feels natural.

By Rachel Branson · 12 Apr 2026

How to Thrive with Chronic Illness

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How to Thrive with Chronic Illness

Chronic illness can be a real mood killer. You're living your life one day, then the next, you are a mere shell of your old self. It is hard and frustrating. Especially when you feel like you are losing parts of yourself and literally disappearing.

By Rachel Branson · 12 Apr 2026

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Neil Markey: The Conscious Future of Psychedelic Retreats

As the quiet epidemic of burnout grows, many people are searching not just for rest, but for real, lasting change. For Neil Markey, CEO and Co-Founder of Beckley Retreats, that search began on the front lines of modern warfare.

By Rachel Branson · 31 Mar 2026

3 Signs Your Body Needs to Slow Down

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3 Signs Your Body Needs to Slow Down

Our ancestors definitely moved, but did so with more purpose and intention. They were building, hunting… surviving. Not running to the closest Starbucks, Target, and then back to work, only to go out for the evening. It's not even the full schedules. It's the frantic energy. That can't slow down, miss out on anything, or just be kind of energy.

By Rachel Branson · 20 Mar 2026

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Mind

3 Simple Sports that Beat Overthinking Fast

Sports benefits include enhanced mindfulness, focus, and stress relief. Discover methods for using sports to improve mental awareness and concentration.

By Rachel Branson · 25 Feb 2026

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Body

3 Natural Remedies to Enhance Intimate Wellness

Natural remedies for intimate wellness and comfort. Covers herbal supplements, dietary advice, and lifestyle changes. Learn gentle options and approaches.

By Rachel Branson · 25 Feb 2026

Stop Stressing About Finances

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How to Stop Stressing About Your Finances

Many of us have faced financial stress. We look at bills or bank statements and feel anxious. This stress can come from unexpected costs

By Rachel Branson · 24 Feb 2026

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Signs of a Highly Intuitive Person

Intuition is part of each and every one of us. Some are highly intuitive, while others are not as much. Intuition is a continuum, and where you fall on that line will be individual and very much YOU.

By Rachel Branson · 23 Feb 2026

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What Makes Nattokinase A Beneficial Supplement?

Nattokinase is a powerful enzyme derived from natto, a traditional Japanese fermented soybean food. This enzyme has been studied for its potential role in supporting circulatory wellness

By Rachel Branson · 27 Jan 2026

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Active Meditation Retreat at Whatley Manor

Spring is a season of renewal — and there are few better ways to mark a fresh beginning than with an immersive wellness retreat rooted in movement, nature and conscious change.

By Rachel Branson · 26 Jan 2026

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Mind

Learn from the Future

We might say we want to establish new habits but find that, for some reason, we can’t seem to make that happen.

By Rachel Branson · 13 Jan 2026

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SENSE – A Retreat for Sensitive Souls

This four-night retreat had been introduced to me as a sanctuary for those who experience the world with heightened sensitivity, the deep-feelers and thinkers

By Rachel Branson · 13 Jan 2026

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Mind

The Quiet Power of Stepping into the Unknown

A few weeks ago I took part from a two-day retreat with Firebird Firewalks, a weekend that challenged me in ways I still can’t fully articulate.

By Rachel Branson · 13 Jan 2026

Emotional Health

Mind

How to Look After Your Emotional Health

Taking care of your emotional health is essential for a balanced life. In our busy world, we often put work and responsibilities before our own well-being.

By Rachel Branson · 6 Jan 2026

Improve Your Mental Health

Mind

How to Improve Your Mental Health in the Long Term

Mental health is essential for everyone as we deal with life's ups and downs. Taking care of our emotional well-being is just as important as taking care of our physical health.

By Rachel Branson · 6 Jan 2026

Is Too Much Tech Around You Energy-Consuming?

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Is Too Much Tech Around You Energy-Consuming?

The low-level hum of connectivity, the constant ping of your phone, and those annoying Microsoft Teams notifications can become overwhelming at times.

By Rachel Branson · 23 Dec 2025

Your Brain Starts Ageing at 32

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Your Brain Starts Ageing at 32

Hypnotherapist and Psychotherapist Marygrace Anderson reveals five daily habits to keep it young

By Rachel Branson · 18 Dec 2025

How Repetitive Motion Sports Help Reduce Anxiety

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How Repetitive Motion Sports Help Reduce Anxiety

Anxiety has become one of the most common mental health challenges in modern life. From constant digital stimulation to work pressure and social expectations

By Rachel Branson · 17 Dec 2025

Beyond Treatment: Redefining Healthcare Through Innovation, Empathy, and Holistic Leadership

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Beyond Treatment: Redefining Healthcare Through Innovation, Empathy, and Holistic Leadership

In today’s rapidly changing healthcare landscape, the most impactful medical professionals are not only those who treat illness but they are those who help to reshape how care is understood, delivered, and experienced. Healthcare is increasingly moving beyond a narrow clinical model toward a more integrated approach that recognizes the connection between the body, mind, lifestyle, family systems, and community well-being.

By Rachel Branson · 15 Dec 2025

Magic, Mystery and Healing Retreat

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Magic, Mystery and Healing Retreat

There are places in the world that don’t just host you — they receive you. I arrived for the Magic & Mystery Retreat hosted by Nova Cobban — Psychologist

By Rachel Branson · 8 Dec 2025

How Stress Affects Your Mental Health and Daily Life

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How Stress Affects Your Mental Health and Daily Life

According to the American Psychological Association’s 2025 Stress in America™ survey, 83% of adults stressed by societal division reported at least one physical symptom

By Rachel Branson · 29 Nov 2025

The Last Mile Nov 2025

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The Last Mile: Brompton x Pivotal Celebrate Movement, Community and Exploration

The Last Mile is a new two-part film series from Brompton and Pivotal that celebrates movement, community and everyday exploration. Ahead of its London launch, we share what the films aim to explore and why this collaboration speaks directly to wellbeing, connection and the joy of travelling through the world with greater freedom.

By Rachel Branson · 27 Nov 2025

Rapid Core Healing for Anxiety and Depression

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Rapid Core Healing for Anxiety and Depression

Many people reach a point in their healing where they can explain why they feel anxious or low, yet the feelings don’t change. They’ve explored their childhood, analysed their thoughts, and practised mindfulness — but the unease remains lodged somewhere deeper, as if the body hasn’t caught up with the mind.

By Rachel Branson · 24 Nov 2025

The 5 best at-home Pilates apps for 2026

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The 5 best at-home Pilates apps for 2026

Pilates has left the studio. Millions of us now unroll mats at home, and wellness apps tallied 850 million downloads in 2024.

By Rachel Branson · 24 Nov 2025

Top Energy Tips For Feeling Good This Winter

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Top Energy Tips For Feeling Good This Winter

As the days become shorter and the nights draw in, it’s easy to feel like curling up and forgetting all about exercise and healthy eating.

By Rachel Branson · 17 Nov 2025

A quiet revolution in how men rest, reflect, and reset

A quiet revolution in how men rest, reflect, and reset

Let’s be honest, relaxation retreats aren’t the typical topic of conversation between men. But with more of us feeling burnt out, isolated, or wanting to explore parts of our own mental health

By Rachel Branson · 14 Nov 2025

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Healing At Alladale Wilderness Reserve

The first blissful shock is the water. Plunging into a mountain rock pool at Alladale Wilderness Reserve, the cold slices through the skin and takes your breath away.

By Rachel Branson · 14 Nov 2025

Why Forest Bathing Could Be the Answer to a Calmer Mind

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Why Forest Bathing Could Be the Answer to a Calmer Mind

The relentless hum of notifications, the never-ending to-do lists, the weight of being perpetually available—if you're feeling constantly "on," you're not imagining it. This chronic state of low-grade stress that we all feel leaves us feeling anxious and exhausted. But the answer to this problem might not be as expensive or complicated as many of us think. In fact, it could be as simple as taking a walk outside.

By Rachel Branson · 14 Nov 2025

Plant-Based Nutrition for Mental Health: What the Research Says

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Plant-Based Nutrition for Mental Health: What the Research Says

We’ve known for some time that food fuels the body, but science now shows it also profoundly shapes the mind. Rates of anxiety, depression, and cognitive decline have risen alongside diets dominated by ultra-processed foods, sugar, and stimulants — all of which disrupt gut health and inflammation pathways that directly influence mood.

By Rachel Branson · 12 Nov 2025

How CBD is Shaping Modern Wellness Routines

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How CBD is Shaping Modern Wellness Routines

Discover how CBD is transforming contemporary wellness habits, helping with natural support for mental clarity, physical recovery, and social equilibrium.

By Rachel Branson · 28 Oct 2025

Ways to Boost Your Mental Wellbeing

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Ways to Boost Your Mental Wellbeing

Nowadays, more and more focus is being put upon mental health and how to maintain it. This is an area of health which still feels very much in its infancy

By Rachel Branson · 27 Oct 2025

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Body

Fear and Flow: How Athletes Find Calm in Chaos

Former Olympian Kevin Harbut explores how elite athletes manage fear, find focus, and enter a state of flow and how you can apply those same principles to everyday challenges.

By Rachel Branson · 22 Oct 2025

The Subconscious Mind: The Missing Key in Trauma Recovery

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The Subconscious Mind: The Missing Key in Trauma Recovery

As a naturopath and trauma-informed emotional healing practitioner, I’ve learned that healing trauma isn’t just about changing how we think — it’s about transforming the patterns buried deep beneath our conscious awareness. Most of what drives our emotions, behaviours, and even physical responses sits quietly in the subconscious mind.

By Rachel Branson · 14 Oct 2025

Ace Your Immune Health This Winter: Top five tips

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Ace Your Immune Health This Winter: Top five tips

In recent years, immune health has become one of the nation’s top wellbeing priorities. With cold and flu season fast approaching, supporting your body’s natural defences has never been more important.

By Rachel Branson · 13 Oct 2025

Understanding Color’s Role in Human Emotions

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Understanding Color’s Role in Human Emotions

Color plays an integral role in shaping how people feel, behave, and perceive their surroundings. From the soft pastels that calm the senses to bold tones

By Rachel Branson · 10 Oct 2025

Weight Loss Challenges and Modern Solutions

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Weight Loss Challenges and Modern Solutions

Weight loss is a journey filled with ups and downs, and for many, it poses significant challenges. Despite the wealth of knowledge surrounding nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle

By Rachel Branson · 9 Oct 2025

Soothe Your Joints Naturally with NutraBone Tea by NutraTea

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Soothe Your Joints Naturally with NutraBone Tea by NutraTea

Arthritis doesn’t just affect joints – it impacts lives. According to Versus Arthritis , over 10 million people in the UK live with arthritis or a similar condition. While there’s currently no cure, many.

By Rachel Branson · 8 Oct 2025

Sleep Patches and Melatonin in the UK

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Sleep Patches and Melatonin in the UK

Melatonin is well known for its ability to help promote sleep, and for individuals suffering with sleeping issues.

By Rachel Branson · 1 Oct 2025

Do Photo Books Support Mental Wellbeing?

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Do Photo Books Support Mental Wellbeing?

Many of us live chronically online lives, whether it’s for school, work, or entertainment. Around 80% of us check social media or the news

By Rachel Branson · 28 Sept 2025

Best Practices for Maintaining Your Mental Health

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Best Practices for Maintaining Your Mental Health

Maintaining good mental health is crucial for our overall well-being. In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. More people are now recognizing the importance of taking care of their mental wellness, just.

By Rachel Branson · 23 Sept 2025

Unstructured time: how to create self-care that works

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Unstructured time: how to create self-care that works

Have you ever felt like self-care is just another exhausting task on your to-do list? It is known that self-care is essential and absolutely necessary to thrive in a busy day-to-day life.

By Rachel Branson · 21 Sept 2025

Should You Use a Sauna?

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Should You Use a Sauna?

A sauna is a small room or enclosure, typically lined with wood, that’s heated to induce sweating and promote relaxation

By Rachel Branson · 16 Sept 2025

What is Sleep Tourism and Why People Are Trying It

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What is Sleep Tourism and Why People Are Trying It

Explore the concept of sleep tourism, discover why travelers are embracing it, and learn how wellness-focused stays can enhance rest, recovery, and overall well-being.

By Rachel Branson · 16 Sept 2025

A Recovery Haven for Mind, Body & Spirit

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A Recovery Haven for Mind, Body & Spirit

As a retreat host and wellness practitioner specialising in yoga, sound healing, breathwork, and crystal therapy, I’ve always believed in practising what I preach.

By Rachel Branson · 12 Sept 2025

SENSE: A Retreat for Deeply Sensitive People

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SENSE: A Retreat for Deeply Sensitive People

SENSE Retreat — a groundbreaking gathering at Broughton Sanctuary this October designed for those who experience the world in a deeply sensitive way.

By Rachel Branson · 11 Sept 2025

How to Support Employee Well-Being

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How to Support Employee Well-Being

Employee well-being is paramount in today's workplaces, and there are good reasons for this. When workers focus on their well-being, they become more engaged

By Rachel Branson · 3 Sept 2025

How PMDD Affects Relationships, Careers, and Daily Life

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How PMDD Affects Relationships, Careers, and Daily Life

Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), but unlike typical PMS, it affects more than just your mood. For women with PMDD, the hormonal fluctuations in the menstrual cycle lead to intense emotional, mental, and physical symptoms that can impact daily life, relationships, and work.

By Rachel Branson · 31 Aug 2025

How Health Tech Is Unlocking a New Era of Wellbeing

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How Health Tech Is Unlocking a New Era of Wellbeing

The pursuit of wellbeing has always been rooted in balance—balancing body, mind, and lifestyle. Today, technology is reshaping how we achieve and sustain that balance.

By Rachel Branson · 29 Aug 2025

Tired but Wired: Why You Can’t Switch Off

Body

Tired but Wired: Why You Can’t Switch Off

You stop working. You sit down. You lie in bed. But your body doesn’t come with you. You’re tired — properly tired — but still alert. Thoughts race. Muscles brace. And rest, even when scheduled, doesn’t restore.

By Rachel Branson · 28 Aug 2025

PMDD and Hormones: Natural Ways to Support Your Cycle

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PMDD and Hormones: Natural Ways to Support Your Cycle

If you’ve experienced the debilitating effects of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), you know how challenging it can be to navigate the intense mood swings, fatigue, irritability, and physical discomfort that arise in the days leading up to your period. It often feels as though your body is in turmoil, and managing the symptoms can seem overwhelming.

By Rachel Branson · 26 Aug 2025

How Android Devices Can Elevate Your Wellness Routine

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How Android Devices Can Elevate Your Wellness Routine

Your smartphone sits in your pocket all day, but are you using it to improve your health? Most people don't realize their Android device can become a powerful wellness companion that goes far beyond.

By Rachel Branson · 14 Aug 2025

The Ultimate Life Hack – Mastering the Mind

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The Ultimate Life Hack – Mastering the Mind

Mind games. From the time we’re born to when we die, we’re in a game of life with — our mind! To win the game of life, we must learn to master the mind

By Rachel Branson · 12 Aug 2025

Combating the Attention Span Crisis: What We Can Do

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Combating the Attention Span Crisis: What We Can Do

In the modern age, distractions are everywhere; YouTube, TikTok, and every other platform imaginable employ some of the smartest people this generation has to offer with the sole aim of keeping you focused

By Rachel Branson · 4 Aug 2025

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