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3 ECO-FRIENDLY DIYS TO CRAFT AT HOME Expressing creativity through simple and sustainable handmade crafts is a productive and positive way to relax after long hours of working from home. Rebecca Snowden, Interior Style Advisor at FurnitureChoice.co.uk, shares 3 eco-friendly DIYs that are easy, enjoyable and impactful. DIY Kids Memo Board Focus on interiors has soared…
Pregnant throughout a pandemic? What can you expect? On Monday 16th March, pregnant women were officially encompassed in a “vulnerable group” by the chief medical officer. Naturally, this announcement has led to distress and anxiety, especially as there’s little information currently about the impact Covid-19 could have on pregnant women and new-born babies. PREGNANT THROUGHOUT…
HOW TO COMBAT THE LONELINESS CAUSED BY THE COVID-19 Many employees are now being forced to work from home and physically isolate themselves from friends and colleagues, this has resulted in loneliness for many. However according to new research from Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University (RSM) there are ways to stop us from feeling…
More than three million children in the UK could be struggling with poor mental health due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new research from not-for-profit healthcare provider, Benenden Health. Nearly a third of parents (29%) revealed they have seen a negative impact on their children’s mental wellbeing since the outbreak of the virus, whilst…
After the Prime Minister’s announcement that the lockdown is set to be gradually lifted this month, Britain is getting back to work to begin the process of rebuilding businesses, careers and the UK economy. Yet, people are worried and concerned that by returning to their places of work, they may be putting themselves and their…
INTERVIEW WITH JUSTBE FOUNDER GAIL BRYDEN Gail has created JustBe Botanicals, an all natural feel good range that includes multiple award winning skincare, sensory spa treatments, herbal teas and aromatherapy chocolates. Each wellbeing journey starts with the simple question ‘how would you like to feel?’. Using positive intent and our sense of smell, there are…
FEMALE EMPOWERMENT: WHICH BRANDS ARE LEADING THE WAY? In 2020, there is now great demand from modern consumers for brands to champion inclusivity. Some brands go above and beyond to ensure that both their staff and their customers feel supported. Whether that’s through the initiatives that they support, employee benefits to ease the strain on…
I have had a rough few days, after weeks of fantastic moods, I came crashing down. It all started with me realising that my alcohol ban was ruining my social life; I know it’s sad to say but I don’t think I am the only one who would say that alcohol is a big part…
A mood-boosting podcast to help Scots unwind while they walk has been released to the public, Mind to walk. The ‘Mind to Walk’ podcast, narrated by DJ and presenter Edith Bowman, talks you through a walk that will relax your mind as you move your feet. Launched by Scotland’s walking charity, Paths for All, the audio…
In light of the Coronavirus crisis and subsequent lockdown, the figures around the number of people experiencing poor mental health has increased from one in four to one in three. To remedy the immediate and long-term needs of the nation and combat the startling new statistics, Newark-based mental health and wellbeing charity Shaw Mind has…