Mental Wellness

How to practise self-reflection

How to practise self-reflection

It is important, both in our professional and personal lives, to take time to self-reflect. Whether you’re coming to the end of the working year, embarking on a new project or career or simply want to take some time out to set yourself some new goals, self-reflection is a great way to kick start things.

If you aren’t sure what self-reflection is, or how it could benefit you, we’re here to help. Below are some tips on getting started.

5 steps to improve your work-life alignment

5 steps to improve your work-life alignment

Do you feel like your work-life balance is off-kilter? You’re not alone: between 11 - 21% of people are unhappy with their work-life balance in the UK, with 25 - 34 year olds experiencing the highest levels of dissatisfaction with how their time and energy is split.

Despite the increasingly demanding work culture in the UK, finding alignment across your professional and personal time is possible. In this guide, discover how to approach a work-life balance that suits you, and discover tips to improve how you’re feeling in your job and at home.

10 Benefits of gardening for your mental wellbeing

10 Benefits of gardening for your mental wellbeing

Gardening is one of the most nurturing commitments you can make, bringing with it a variety of benefits both for your physical and mental health. Committing to healthy eating, exercise, and reducing the amount you engage with technology can all be tricky to maintain. However, when they’re combined with making time for a leisurely activity such as gardening, it can feel far easier to follow through with your various other commitments.

How to be a mental health advocate

How to be a mental health advocate

To mark World Wellbeing Week, we’re exploring the importance of advocacy. Are you looking to support someone with their mental health? Becoming a mental health advocate, and practicing advocacy, may be the route you’re looking for.

With 2020 continuing to be a difficult year for many, we hope this guide can help you to effectively support people around you who may be experiencing negative emotions and mental health problems, while also looking after yourself.

Understanding panic attacks and the effects on your body

Understanding panic attacks and the effects on your body

Anxiety is a natural, human response to stressful or challenging situations. Everyone will experience feelings of anxiety and panic at certain times in their life, but for some, they may experience heightened states of anxiety which can lead to panic attacks. This can manifest in many ways, and can happen at any time and often for no clear reason.

Dr. Ram Pardeshi, MD, takes us through a process of understanding the symptoms of panic attacks, how it manifests and how to help yourself or someone you know who may be experienceing this common issue.