Collaborative post Most families go through tough times at some point. Whether the difficulties are employment loss, mental health issues, health crises, or something else, the way you handle hard times, individually and as a family unit, can make all the difference in turning things around. The well-being of each family member cannot be overemphasised. It's crucial that everyone gets support and assistance during trying periods. ...
The healing power of nature: exploring the role of nature therapy for military veterans with PTSD
Collaborative post PTSD is an unfortunate reality that faces lots of men and women who serve their country. When it's time for them to return to civilian life, many will carry a burden that can drastically affect their ability to integrate into and navigate the civilian world. Whether it stems from direct or indirect combat action, or the duress of stressful work environments, PTSD is still an often stigmatised mental health condition ...
How to develop a healthy evening routine in 2023
Collaborative post Having a healthy evening routine is incredibly important for our overall health. If you're not getting high quality sleep, this can have a negative impact on your mental and physical wellbeing. A healthy evening routine can help with weight loss, skin health, physical health, heart health, and your focus and memory. However, it can be easy to slip into bad habits. If you'd like to make some positive changes, here are some ...
How to teach children about self-care
Collaborative post Taking care of yourself is not a bad thing – it’s actually a basic human need. Without self-care, your mental health and happiness can suffer. As a parent, it's important to help your child learn to take care of themselves and others. You can do this by introducing them to simple self-care tasks, and doing nurturing things as a family. With that in mind, here are some simple ways to teach children about ...
Autumn walks: how to get additional health benefits
Autumn (or fall if you're in the US) is a great season for walking. In autumn nature puts on the most amazing show, with vibrant colours, beautiful low sunshine, and comfortable temperatures. The benefits of autumn walks in nature Whether you enjoy a full-on hike or just a gentle stroll, being outdoors in autumn is calming and inspiring. One study found that walking down a tree-lined street can make you feel seven years younger, and ...
How to teach kids to take care of the planet with 365 Days of Calm
I'm really excited to be sharing this new children's book with you. And there's a fab giveaway too - make sure you check it out at the end of this post. *365 days of Calm is a brand new quote book for children by wellbeing author Becky Goddard-Hill. It's colourful, fun, and full of inspiration and ideas. It has just been published alongside *365 days of Happy and *365 days of Kind. Each of these books are packed with quotes, ...
How Gardening Combats Depression and Dementia
This is a collaborative post in partnership with BetterHelp. When we think about ways to improve mental health, counselling and therapy are usually at the top of the list. Other well-known methods of alleviating symptoms of mental health disorders involve a healthy lifestyle, such as getting enough sleep, eating healthily, managing stress, exercising regularly, and staying hydrated. There is also another proven way of combating depression, ...
Are my child’s defence mechanisms a sign of anxiety?
This is a collaborative post in partnership with BetterHelp. As parents, many of us constantly worry about our children and whether we’re doing everything “right”. We question the ways our children act as they grow older, and often wonder "Is this normal?". All this worrying and stress comes from a place of wanting the best for our kids, and an effective way of raising children is having as much knowledge as possible. If you’ve ever ...
Why Time in Nature is Critical for Adolescence
This is a collaborative post in partnership with BetterHelp. Adolescence, dating, and nature. At first glance, these three topics may seem to have nothing to do with each other. Adolescence and dating, sure, but nature? There is a link, though. Read on to learn about the unexpected way that nature can play a part in adolescents and teenagers having successful dating experiences, and why time in nature is a critical part of adolescent ...
How to keep current events from affecting your mental health while working from home
This is a collaborative post in partnership with BetterHelp. Working from home can be very convenient, but it also requires discipline. Being in your home environment while working requires you to ignore many distractions, from washing the dishes or doing laundry to playing with kids or pets. Another type of distraction that can ruin both your focus and your mood is keeping up with current events. There are always more news stories to ...