It’s common after a busy or stressful day to need a little bit of help to unwind. This exercise helps us transition into sleep and involves progressive muscle relaxation and a slowing of the breath. You may like to record yourself or someone else speaking these instructions for you to listen to as you drift […]
This breath exercise focuses on a short, sharp exhale through the nose. It’s useful whenever we feel a little bit sluggish and want to find more energy and focus. Also a handy practice whenever you catch yourself in a negative thinking spiral and want to hit the reset button. How 1. Sit comfortably with an upright […]
As the division between work and life blurs and stress at work is reaching at an all-time high, it’s hardly surprising that a couple of cheeky drinks are called upon to unwind, connect with colleagues and put office politics back into perspective. Plenty valuable networking is oiled with alcohol and, when the company is paying, […]
With a growing body of research uncovering the efficacy of yoga and meditation for improving stress levels, sleep quality and depression, as well as improved flexibility, strength and stamina, it’s unsurprising that more and more of us are considering our first yoga class looking for the antidote to modern living. If you’re considering bringing […]