How do breathing exercises reduce stress?

How do breathing exercises reduce stress?

Stress can show itself in so many different ways, and often at inconvenient times. Often, it’s not possible to practice self-care, especially when feeling overwhelmed at work or during a difficult period running your own business.

However, there are a number of ways you can reduce stress and promote relaxation at work. Breathing exercises are one such method: they don’t require any additional equipment, or even the need to leave your desk.

Discover how to harness the positive power of breathing exercises in this guide, which also explains the health benefits of practicing deep breathing on a regular basis.

How to nurture and maintain your mental and physical health

How to nurture and maintain your mental and physical health

Looking after our mental health goes hand in hand with looking after our physical health; the two are inextricably linked.

Our thoughts, feelings and behaviour can have a significant impact on our physical state, and therefore can positively or negatively affect our overall wellbeing. They are constantly in communication with one another, and it is empowering to see a growing body of research and evidence-based practices that supports this notion of the mind-body connection.

How to stay active as a remote worker

How to stay active as a remote worker

While remote working may be convenient, since you don't need to wake up as early and commute to the workplace — this also means that most (if not all) of the work will have to be done online.

As a result, employees need to stay seated in front of computers and other screens for long periods of time. While it may seem harmless, this lifestyle can actually come with potential health risks, such as high blood sugar, weight gain, and muscle tension.

Between being stuck inside the comfort of your home and feeling too busy with work, finding time to exercise might be difficult at times. So here are some tips to support you with being active while remote working.