Mind

Lockdown and the impact of coronavirus is something that has impacted people all around the world.  The way in which everyone copes is different, and we will all have different thoughts, feelings and opinions on easing out of lockdown.  One thing I want to address is the stress, anxiety and overwhelm you may be feeling with lockdown restrictions easing.  I want to start by saying this is normal and you are not alone.  We have been in lockdown, or impacted by Coronavirus in some way or another for over a year now (at the time of writing[...]

Lockdown fatigue: I have heard this term several times over the past few weeks, and when it was first used it in a recent conversation, I thought wow, that word describes exactly how I am feeling right now!  But then again, I also suffer with HUGE anxiety and pretty stressed at the moment, so tbh what I am feeling could be a number of things :’) Either way, I done some research into 'lockdown fatigue' and the Australian Psychological Association had some pretty interesting things to say about it, which I thought I would summarise here to share with you.Â[...]

Yoga is a practice of poses, meditation and breathing. A lot of us view yoga as a practice to build strength and flexibility and, while it can; the more impactful side of yoga I have personally experienced are the benefits to my mental health.    Yoga is all about the science of the mind and asanas (poses) were not included in this ancient practice at first! It’s amazing that this practice has lasted over 5,000 years. In this post, I share 5 of the non-physical ways that yoga benefits mental health that I have experienced and would love for you[...]

From my own experience, learning how to journal has been a powerful tool in my self development journey. It’s a practice that allows you to identify what you are feeling, recognise triggers, process and reflect. When my head is filled with thoughts, procrastination, overwhelm, anxiety, stress... journaling is one of the tools I always go to. It's always one of the first things I do when I wake up in the morning. How to journal  Journaling is a process of expressing yourself, letting it out and going deep.   Journaling can seem[...]

Breathing techniques for anxiety is an amazing free tool you can use to help you get through a situation, but also one of the most underrated.  When someone first said it to me, I didn’t get it. After using it (now everyday) I can really feel the impact myself and I get it now. If you Google it, there are so many different ways to breathe for things like anxiety and stress.  Here I have outlined some that are so simple to do, simple to remember and can easily be done in public without having to do anything that draws attention to yourself. If yo[...]

In this beginners guide to meditation, we'll take a look at: What meditation isThe benefits of meditation Tips for getting startedThings that I wish I new before I started Some meditations that helped me get started Now is as good of time as any to get started with meditation. You don’t need anything but a little time and patience… and well, to show up for yourself from time to time.  Mindfulness is a term that is used A LOT these days. It can sometimes can get a bit complicated or overwhelming. Society is fast paced, we are all jumping from one[...]

There are many situations that we may find ourselves in which sparks a conversation in our own mind. Whether it’s when you look in the mirror, before a job interview or when trying to make a big decision, I think negative self talk is all something we can relate to.  Some may say it is the key to success, but I think it is key to a good mindset and actually reducing stress and overwhelm, too. If you’re anything like me, there is a CONSTANT voice and upon observing it, the majority of it is negative and it just drives me insane! This isn’[...]

Not only have we entered a new year, but also a new decade. While I have felt stuck, lost and just anxious for the past 5-6 years, I finally feel like something has shifted. This last year I have been working on myself. I have had my ups and downs, but I feel like the persistence and consistency is starting to pay off, as well as committing to things in 2020 that are WAY out of my comfort zone!   So, before diving into the 10 important life lessons from the last decade, I would just like to say, no matter what kind of year, day or hour you have just[...]

The holidays can be a hard time for some, whether it’s the pressure from families, the financial burden or personal anxieties, we all experience some difficulty. When we compare how we are feeling to how we are ‘supposed’ to feel (damn societal norms) i.e. merry, full of joy and generosity, it can make us feel even worse.  Don’t let the holidays become something you dread every year and make you feel like an outsider. Instead, here are some practical tips to help you minimise the stress that comes with the holiday pressure and hopefully,[...]

Have you ever told someone, or been told, to think positive as a solution to a problem? Or maybe identify as a pessimist or on optimist? It can be a difficult subject. I have personally always been a ‘glass half full’ kind of person, so I can see the light in the positive thinking attitude.  But I have also been to a dark place, so I also know what it is like when you are down and despressed, and people around you are telling you to be more positive. It can be hard, and even frustrating.  However, positive thinking did end up[...]