Meditation Training
Abuse is an extremely sensitive topic. According to the Crime Survey for England and Wales, it’s estimated that 5.0% of adults (6.9% women and 3.0% men) aged 16 and over experienced domestic abuse in the year ending March 2022. Understanding how you can heal psychological scars is an important part of the recovery process. Even small […]
Did you know that one in eleven people globally suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? PTSD can cause a range of symptoms, but the good news is there are ways to manage it. Mindfulness has been used to reduce stress and help those with PTSD for many years. In this article, we’ll discuss four reasons […]
Stress is like a ticking time bomb, quietly lurking in the background and waiting to wreak havoc on the body. In today’s fast-paced world, it’s no wonder that stress has become an ever-present companion to many of us. But how exactly does this insidious force manifest itself within our bodies? Let’s take a closer look […]
How long does it take to form a habit? This is a question that has been debated by scientists and psychologists for many years. Some say that it takes 21 days, while others argue that it can take up to 66 days. In this blog post, we will explore what a habit actually is and […]
Did you know that mental illness is one of the top causes of disability in the world? In fact, it is estimated that around 450 million people suffer from some form of mental illness. This can include anything from depression to anxiety to schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. If we are to effectively tackle mental illness, […]
Mindfulness has become a real buzzword in recent years. What does it mean? Where does it come from? And why should you care? Well, mindfulness can apply to all sorts of people in all sorts of situations. You might not know it, but it may be able to transform the way you live your life. […]
The idea of slowing down and breaking away from the constant search for success can seem a little alien in the modern world. We’re told by popular culture, entertainment, and social media that we always need to be setting goals, striving for targets, and working on our side hustles. But is that really sustainable? Knowing […]
If you’ve dipped your toes into the world of meditation and mindfulness, it’s likely you’ve come across the word “equanimity”. It’s a term that’s referenced a lot in relation to the mental stability and composure brought about by mindfulness practice. You may have heard someone talk about this state as the desired goal of a […]
What is Stoicism? You might have heard people refer to the idea of being “stoic” as having a “stiff upper lip” or being able to endure pain and hardship without complaining. In reality, the idea of Stoicism is far more than that — this term refers to a form of ancient Greek philosophy, which according […]
Meditation has been shown by researchers to help reduce stress, boost calmness, and improve mental health — but how does this happen? Research shows that meditation achieves positive results by physically changing parts of the brain. Meditating for a few minutes a day might help rein in wandering thoughts and help you stay focused throughout […]
