Visualisations in Meditation

Visualisations in Meditation

It can seem counterintuitive to combine visualisation and meditation. After all, meditation is all about letting thoughts come and go rather than consciously directing them toward a particular result, right? Visualisation in Meditation When you visualise, you focus on...
Are you a headache or migraine sufferer?

Are you a headache or migraine sufferer?

Recent research indicates that imbalances in the autonomic nervous system (ANS) that are typical of stress-related migraines and tension headaches can be alleviated by practising mindfulness meditation. Both tension headaches and migraines are unfortunately common and...
April is Stress Awareness Month

April is Stress Awareness Month

Stress Awareness Month has been held every April since 1992 to raise awareness of the causes and cures for our modern-day stress epidemic. It is the time when we have an opportunity for an open conversation on the impact of stress – dedicate time to removing the...
Tips for a mindful Spring Clean!

Tips for a mindful Spring Clean!

The season of flower blossoms, pastel colours, open windows and Easter egg hunting is upon us. With this comes the urge to freshen up after a long winter. And even if housework is not our favourite past time (how could it really be?), we have to admit that nothing...
Spring Gardening for Mental Health

Spring Gardening for Mental Health

Gardens are special spaces. They can improve our wellbeing in many ways, helping us feel calm, giving a sense of purpose and they are a great workout too! Gardens can particularly work wonders when we are stressed and under pressure… Gardening to reduce stress...