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Make change stick and know where you are on your health journey
How do we go about changing our lifestyles if we’re looking to feel happier and healthier? Because let’s face it: Making lasting changes is so hard. But did you know that there are defined stages of behaviour change? Knowing what they are can really help you to understand where you are in your own particular health journey and to clearly see the path ahead.
How to find hope when you’re feeling depressed
Depression and hope: it’s not the greatest friendship.
So many of these negative thoughts that keep coming uninvited try to convince you that things will never get better for you. That you might as well stop trying because there simply isn’t any hope for you. But you know, there IS hope and there are ways to access that feeling again.
Amino acids for depression: why protein is crucial for your mood
Did you know that eating protein has a direct effect on your mood? Turns out, protein’s building blocks, amino acids, are needed to make those feel-good neurotransmitters that are often low when you’re feeling depressed.
Develop a growth mindset and transform your outlook on life
Your basic beliefs about yourself have huge implications for your achievements and success, and adopting a growth mindset can make such a huge difference on your road to recovery from depression.
Exercise for depression and how to start from scratch
Exercise can make such a huge difference to your mental health, and can really help to lift your mood. There’s tons of options out there, and lots of helpful tips to start if you’ve never really been much a sporty person before.
The art of taking action: Feel the bad stuff, but then do it anyway
The art of taking action: Accept what is, feel your feelings, and then choose activity over inactivity. Do what needs doing despite how you feel!
The difference this can make to your mental health is truly phenomenal and far-reaching.
The VIA Character Strengths survey- Reconnect with who you truly are
Your character strengths reflect the “real” core you. Knowing what they are can help you overcome difficulties, achieve your goals and enhance your overall wellbeing. And there’s a free test to find out what yours are!
Candida and depression: Addressing gut imbalances to restore your mood
If you haven’t heard of Candida yet, then make sure to read this post. Candida is a form of yeast that can overgrow inside your gut causing ALL sorts of symptoms. Depression is one of those.
Why a holistic approach to depression is key to truly getting better
Depression affects you and your life in so many ways. In a similar way, you need to consider anything and everything in your life that affects your wellbeing to truly get better.
5 things I learned from overcoming depression
Sometimes the best lessons are learnt through the hard and difficult times in our lives. Here are my top 5 insights that I gained from overcoming depression.
How to be happier according to positive psychology
We all want to be happier but do you actually know how to increase your happiness long-term? Positive psychology looks at exactly that and offers research-based explanations and advice. The answers are surprising!
Why there’s no magic bullet solution to overcoming depression
We all want definite answers and easy solutions. But when it comes to mental health, this approach can keep us stuck. The magic bullet solution doesn’t really exist. It’s a whole combination of things that got us ill and that will make us well again.
Essential oils for depression and anxiety
Essential oils can not only smell nice but can actually change how you feel physically, mentally and emotionally. Don’t believe it? Just give it a try!
Yoga for depression – why it can really help to clear your mind
Yoga is an ancient practice that’s still practised by millions all around the world. It connects body, mind and spirit and is just so helpful when you’re trying to switch off your over-busy mind.
