Releasing “shoulds”: the word that carry heaviness
There are certain words that quietly weigh on the body. You may not notice them at first, because they are familiar and socially accepted. Yet over time, they create a...
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What is stress actually costing you?
Think back to the last time you felt truly relaxed. Can you remember how it felt? Now, contrast that with a moment of high stress – your heart racing, mind...
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Winter, hormones and your mood: The hidden connection
It’s no surprise that when our hormones seem to have a mind of their own, our emotional health can take a significant hit. During winter – when sunlight hours are...
Low mood, anxious? Low iron could be part of the picture.
Iron is essential for the production of neurotransmitters like dopamine (which supports motivation and focus), serotonin (which contributes to contentment) and GABA (your brain’s natural calming agent). When iron levels...
The stress of staying true to our constructed identity
Have you ever wondered why certain situations trigger stress in you but not in others? Why being late, declining an invitation, or even asking for help can feel so overwhelming...
The emotions we can cultivate to help us de-stress
Stress is an all-too-common companion in modern life. And while we often think of stress management as something that requires big life changes — moving to a quieter town, leaving...
The stories we tell ourselves (and how to change them)
Have you ever stopped to notice the quiet narratives running through your mind? The ones you utilise to explain your experiences, your relationships, your worth and your place in the...
Overeating through the holidays? This could be why.
From decadent feasts to endless party platters, festive cocktails and indulgent desserts, it’s no wonder this time of year feels like a never-ending buffet. And while all of this can...
Cultivating more calm this Christmas
While Christmas can bring so much joy, love, and connection, it’s just as easy to lose sight of the small, simple pleasures that make the season special. Instead of savouring...
5 strategies to find your inner calm when you’re anxious
Anxiety is like that uninvited guest who shows up when you least expect and overstays its welcome. Sometimes it feels like a flutter in your chest, other times like a...
6 ways you’re unknowingly agitating your nervous system
Your nervous system is the silent conductor behind the scenes, orchestrating a complex network of responses that affect your entire being – from your mental state to your physical health....
Resilience can be life changing. Here’s why and how to cultivate it.
If there was one attribute we could all benefit from cultivating more of, I would have to say it is resilience. Not to be confused with endurance, resilience is our...
The difference between reacting and responding (and why it matters)
In our fast-paced world, it’s all too common to react impulsively to situations that trigger our emotions. Whether it’s a heated exchange with a colleague, a frustrating traffic jam, or...
When did sadness become stress?
In the labyrinth of human emotions, there’s a subtle art to recognising what we truly feel beneath the surface buzz of our daily lives. Our society, with our propensity to...
When your life doesn’t look the way you pictured it
As humans, we have an overarching desire or expectation—consciously or unconsciously—about how our life is supposed to be. For some this is age-related. They might think: ‘By the time I’m...
Mindfulness can fit into a busy schedule. Here’s how.
Amidst the daily juggle of tasks and responsibilities, the concept of mindfulness might seem a luxury, something reserved for those with the leisure to sit in prolonged meditation. However, the...
How the body gets the message it’s safe (and why it’s important it does)
Feeling safe—physically and emotionally—is vital to our health. If we don’t feel safe, knowingly or unknowingly, it can result in the stress response being switched on more often than it...