Tag Archives: stress

Wellbeing and Business Podcast Episode 2


Second episode of this amazing podcast. Stress – stress is the inability to activate the parasympathetic nervous system and doesn’t necessarily relate to a mental feeling of stress. Stress of sorts can be caused by shallow breathing, poor posture or … Continue reading

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The Healthy “Ginseng” Jiaogulan Tea


What is Jiaogulan tea? Jiaogulan tea, is also known as Gynostemmapentaphyllum. It can be bought from most good health food shops and has a taste similar to green tea. It is native to China where it is often referred to as “Southern … Continue reading

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Tension Headache Cure


How to Cure a Tension Headache For informational purposes only – I am not a doctor Take a natural muscle relaxant – Magnesium Glycinate – Dose 400mg Take a natural anti-inflammatory – Rosehip Powder – 6g Place a warm towel/wheatbag/hot … Continue reading

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Treating Muscle Pain & Joint Pain


From over-training, to general stress & anxiety, muscle pain & joint pain are increasingly common complaints. Pain can be a direct cause of depression and anxiety, but equally mental health issues including stress, can be the cause of the pain. … Continue reading

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Supplements for Stress & Anxiety


I’ve noticed a recent pattern – Any middle aged bloke with nice teeth that I meet and get talking to; always asks me about dealing with stress and anxiety. With this in mind,  I thought I’d make a blog post to … Continue reading

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Earthing / Grounding for Health & Recovery


  Interesting scientific paper on this: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3265077/   The research done to date supports the concept that grounding or earthing the human body may be an essential element in the health equation along with sunshine, clean air and water, nutritious … Continue reading

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How to Live in the Moment: 6 Simple Ways to Practice Mindfulness


  It seems in the past few years, everyone is touting the benefits of mindfulness. But what is mindfulness exactly, and how can you benefit from being more mindful in your daily life? Mindfulness is the practice of intentional focus … Continue reading

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How to Stop Worrying


Some steps that help me: With a ‘change in household makeup’ on the way, I’ve found myself worrying quite a bit about work, so I thought I’d bash this blog post out before going to work… Accept that worrying is … Continue reading

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Ted Talk – Stress as a Friend


To summarise: Stress is only harmful, if you view it as bad and unhealthy. It has no effect on health if people view stress as good, and helping them to prepare. The effects of stressful events such as financial difficulties, … Continue reading

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Stress Buster


Took a week off to de-stress before my new job starts. Ted is the best therapy ever invented.

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