It’s FACT that obesity increases the risk of cancer. For every five-point increase in a person’s body mass index (BMI), there is a 62 per cent added risk of cancer in the uterus, and 25 per cent for kidney cancer – new research revealed. The study, published in the Lancet journal, analysed data involving more […]
“One in 4 people experience a mental health problem in the course of a year. And among the most common conditions are anxiety disorder and depression.” Global Mental Health Foundation. The aim of Mental Health Week and Mental Health Day is to promote social and emotional wellbeing to the community, encouraging people to maximise their […]
Did you know that most children experience various forms of anxiety and stress from the moment they are born? Sometimes, it is easy to spot whether a child is anxious by their crying and clinging behaviour. But as they advance in age, children may start hiding their anxiety. Nevertheless, it will still reflect in their […]
So, what is Panic? “A sudden sensation of fear which is so strong as to dominate or prevent reason and logical thinking, replacing it with overwhelming feelings of anxiety and frantic agitation consistent with an animalistic fight-or-flight reaction”. Most people panic from time to time and if not controlled, panic can turn into a debilitating […]
Self-confidence is important in all aspects of life. It is also a valuable component to achieving success in school, at work, or in business. Confidence gives us the ability to communicate with others and build relationships. Confidence allows us to overcome challenges the come our way. However, some people lack enough confidence to pursue their […]
I work in an environment where people suffer from self-doubt, low self-esteem and lack of control. They simply don’t love themselves, they don’t see how fantastic they are or could be. From one perspective it could be quite sad to witness… but from my perspective it’s what drives me onwards, because I see the potential […]
Here are some useful tips to help you all students avoid the many pitfalls of stress, anxiety and panic – particularly when it comes to exam time at school, college or university. Avoid stressful people. Stress actually is contagious. During exam week, resist the urge to have a study session with your super-tense friend, especially […]
Goals. We all have goals – some long-term, some temporary. Whether it’s getting a promotion, putting up a business, losing weight, exercising regularly, or quitting smoking, achieving our goals takes time and effort. Most of the time, there is no easy way. Your first few weeks spent chasing or months of hard work may seem […]
Let’s talk about Myths! Are people under hypnosis mentally weak, helpless, unable to lie or maybe even asleep? It is true that hypnosis can achieve all sorts of fascinating effects. While using hypnosis some people may: have visual or auditory hallucinations move their bodies without intending to feel less pain But much […]
Good news – as I hail from the UK I thought I’d mention that the number of smoking adults over there has declined to its lowest last year, since researchers started tracking it in the 1940s. Thanks to the combined efforts of us die-hard therapists, the ‘recently on-board’ government agencies and private health organisations, more […]
Too often, when it comes to weight loss, our biggest enemy is no one but ourselves. Our negative thought patterns, along with our false beliefs and perceptions about fat loss, prevent us from reaching our goals. So if you really want to see results, here are some of the major negative thought patterns that you […]
Focus… focus… focus… Distractions. Something we all struggle with from time to time. But if concentrating is an ongoing problem of yours, seeking help from a mental health professional could be a great step. But before you do that, you may first want to revisit your daily habits and check if some of them could […]
All of us experience difficulties ate some point or other – stress, sadness, anger and more. More often than not these can leave you feeling worn out, exhausted, and a little helpless. So when we are feeling run down it can be difficult to know whether to seek help or just let the unwanted emotion […]
Can you work a little less but still stay productive and achieve your goals? When we think about productivity, we think about time management techniques, increasing motivation and finding ways to work faster in order to do more. To make these strategies work long-term you must work on internal motivation and prioritise the most important […]
There’s no doubt that having a more positive attitude is an advantage, but as humans, we are hardwired to favour negative thoughts and emotions more than the positive ones.
