Research has shown that music has the power to stimulate the pleasure centres in our brain, notably the neuro-transmitter dopamine.

Managing SAD: It can benefit us to think about all the things we might see in winter which are not easily found/have less impact in summer

"Despite outstanding accomplishments [those] with Imposter Phenomenon believe they are not bright & anyone who thinks so has been fooled."

the outdoors has the potential to provide a 4th Space, a space to simply “be”. A place where you can unplug, a place where you can get away

Self compassion because the person who DOES have to like me...is the one that has to live with me...ME!!

With a physical strain, we see objectively. (With mental ill health, an objective visual is a breakdown -must we really get to that!?)

even if we are naturally pessimistic, we can “retrain” our brain to behave more positively by taking advantage of its neuroplasticity.

"Making plans for the future is the best way to keep going." Strategies for life beyond Covid in this Guest Article by Annabelle Harris

How to bounce back from failure...and bounce HIGHER! Elements of this piece are quoted in the Independent.

The world is set up with "quick fixes" to generate "hits" of faux happiness, by committing to healthy practices we create something lasting

At some point psychology saw "not the norm" as something undesirable-that goes against my thinking, not just as a psychologist, but a person

Sending a genuine compliment, or giving heartfelt praise and appreciation to someone often causes a ripple effect

A common mantra is – if you can be anything in the world be kind…or be batman…I prefer – if you can be anything in the world - be YOU

Want a quick way to boost your mood - with no preservatives or additives? There are 7 key hormones we discuss when it comes to happiness!

keep that motivation going by consciously making sure that this behaviour leads me towards my ideal (rather than away from it.)

In 1915 William Willett wanted to move the clocks forward in order to have more daylight for his golf game, perhaps he had the right idea!

Building resilience is not just about helping you survive crisis. It can give you that extra boost to thrive. Why stop at normal?

Resilience is built by strengthening our own mental and emotional fitness. Boost yours with these simple ideas.

Boost your vibe today with (any one of!) these five simple wellbeing tips!

Resilience, for me is not survival of crisis, BUT of staying strong AFTER it in order to rebuild, grow and THRIVE.