The Fibonacci sequence shows up in many places in nature like the shell of the nautilus.

Such topic can help put things in our own lives into perspective, especially if we happen to be really hard with ourself, always thinking that we should be some idea of ‘perfect’. Instead, how about allowing…

The old wives tale of counting sheep to help fall asleep has long been proven ineffective. Yet, if you have tried reducing screen time, taking time to relax before bed, eating earlier and decreasing caffeine intake and you are still struggling to sleep… you may feel a little lost.

Anxiety is one of our body’s natural responses to stress. The pressures brought on by negative or harmful feelings come from many different aspects of our daily lives. Increased workload, financial worries or an argument with friends or family can all be contributing factors to feelings of anxiety and stress. 

Last month, Dr Jeremy Alford was one of the speakers at a 3 day educational experience on ‘Performance Optimization for Your Life’, based at Nirvana Strength, Canggu Bali.

Guided meditation- or guided visualisation as it’s often referred too- is defined by the use of guided imagery in order to obtain a deeply relaxed state. The expert guiding the meditation will use imagery, textures, scents or sounds to help support the student into a safe place.

You have probably heard of the most common eating disorders Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa, but did you know there are several other types? These can also get confused with disordered eating- which is often how an eating disorder develops. We take a look at the differences between the two.

‘Look into my eyes’… perhaps when you think of the concept of ‘hypnotism’ you picture someone on the stage, making someone act in a certain way for entertainment value. But this ‘show’ is in fact a completely different medium to ‘clinical hypnosis’- where a trained professional helps people eradicate unwanted behaviours to achieve lifestyle goals. To help you understand the difference a little more clearly, we take a look at the key differences below.

Often, we think of therapy sessions consisting of face to face interaction between a client and a therapist- perhaps in a professional office setting where the patient is observed and assessed. Whilst there are undoubtedly benefits to this type of therapy, right now this just isn’t a viable option for many.

We all have the ability to have an agile mindset: from an early age, we demonstrated determination and resilience in learning new skills such as walking and talking. Persistence enabled us to master these and achieve our goal without even realizing.

Absorbing negative news can have a damaging impact on our mental health- especially if we are choosing to rely on non-trustworthy sources. Reports of an increase in feelings of stress and anxiety since the beginning of the Coronavirus are rife, with Graham Davey, Professor of Psychology at the University of Sussex suggesting that when negative events such as a pandemic are presented visually and emotively they can ‘trigger acute stress reactions and even post-traumatic stress symptoms in vulnerable news consumers.’[1]

Following government guidance, keeping on top of personal hygiene and protecting the most vulnerable aside, it can be tricky to know how to handle the current Coronavirus situation. It is likely, however much you tell yourself ‘not to worry’, that you will be, and it is perfectly ok to do so.

In trying situations or troubling times, it can be difficult to focus on the positives. Right now as the global impact of COVID-19 is felt, our disrupted way of life may feel unsettling. For many, these are uncertain times- whether that be health-wise, financially or for those separated from loved ones with no real sense of when the situation will change. If you are experiencing these feelings, one of the best actions you can take expressing gratitude for what you do have- not focus on what you don’t. A life well-lived is one of gratitude and thankfulness, whatever the circumstances.

Unfortunately, COVID-19 seems to be impacting our lives more and more: much of the world has gone into lockdown, with strict border restrictions and government-led policies in place imposing self-isolation. It can be difficult to cope with a disrupted routine and think of positive ways to fill time when you are confined indoors.

With the current global situation, words like ‘pandemic’ ‘crisis’ and ‘self-isolation’ can spread anxiety and fear, as well as confusion on the best course of action to take. Although it is essential to follow government guidelines to help prevent the spread coronavirus, it is also paramount that we take care of our mental health at this difficult time.

There is so much information circulating about the coronavirus it is hard to know where to begin. Reports of stockpiling items such as toilet roll and hand sanitizer continue as more and more cases are found worldwide. Whilst there is undoubtedly an element of concern as this escalates into a global pandemic, there are simple precautions you and your loved ones can take to stay safe from the virus.