While diet, exercise and good lifestyle habits all contribute to your overall wellbeing, there is one thing that can have a surprisingly large impact: your happiness. It might seem unusual, but current research suggests that happier people live longer, and are healthier overall. A review of over 150 studies into the subject - published in the journal 'Applied Psychology: Health and Well-Being' - found that overall, there is practically no doubt about it: happiness influences our health. Be...
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March 19, 2018
Is happiness the key to good health?
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July 7, 2017
Could cycling help reduce stress?
Workplace stress doesn't only affect you while you're at work, it can also have an impact on your health and other aspects of your life. While trying to leave issues at work in the office is a good way to deal with stress, it is usually easier said than done. However, new research has found that switching up your morning commute could be beneficial when it comes to better dealing with workplace stress. Researchers from Canada's Concordia University have found that cycling to work could hel...
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May 17, 2017
Great exercises to improve wellbeing and cut down on stress
By now you probably know that stress isn't great for your health. Too much stress can affect both your physical and mental health, impacting you on a day to day basis and in the long-term. While some stress is unavoidable, there are plenty of ways you can reduce how much of an effect it has you. Our previous blog looked at a variety of ways to cut down on stress and generally improve your overall wellbeing, with one of these methods being exercise. Exercising regularly helps you to work...
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May 6, 2017
How to not take work stress home with you
Work is one of the biggest causes of stress for many people and can contribute to tension from others parts of our lives. While a small amount of stress may be unavoidable, it is important to take steps to avoid being affected by a lot of it, as this can result in poor physical and mental health. Stress can put you at risk of serious illnesses, such as heart disease, depression and even diabetes. It has also been linked to an increased risk of obesity, which has health implications as well...
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November 11, 2016
Could walking meditation help you?
The stresses of everyday life can soon take their toll on, leaving you feeling physically and mentally exhausted. While many people hit the gym, try yoga or head to the pool to work out their stress, you don't necessarily need to work hard to feel more relaxed. Walking can actually help you de-stress and serve as a form of meditation. Not only will it get you out of the house or away from work, walking also helps you work through things and stretch your muscles out. Similar to seated me...