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Embrace the magic of winter for a boost to your wellbeing! Discover the wellbeing benefits of living seasonally. From cosy fireside moments to outdoor adventures, this article suggests ways to nurture your #mentalhealth, boost your immune system and embrace self-care. Winter-time can hold unique experiences and benefits. #winterwellbeing #winter #wellbeing #selfcare

Celebrate World Wellbeing Week with nature! 🌱 As we mark World Wellbeing Week 🧘 this week, an initiative by WellBeing World to raise awareness of the importance of looking after ourselves, let's pause to appreciate the profound benefits of connecting with nature 🌸. Research shows that spending time outdoors can significantly enhance our mental, emotional, and physical health 💪. Some of the wellbeing benefits of being in nature include 🌳 Mental Clarity: Being in nature allows us to slow down and take time away from the hustle of daily life, reducing stress and promoting relaxation. Whether it's a walk through a forest or a moment by the ocean, exploring nature boost mood and clarity of thought. 🌼 Physical Energy: Engaging in outdoor activities like hiking, gardening, or simply soaking up sunlight by taking a walk supports overall physical well-being and can give you more energy. 🐦 Feeling Connected: Spending time in nature can inspire feelings of awe, gratitude, and interconnectedness with the world around us, which can lessen feelings of isolation and anxiety. This World Wellbeing Week, commit to prioritising time in nature for your well-being. Whether you're exploring local parks 🏞️, tending to a garden 🌷, or simply enjoying the sights and sounds of wildlife 🐝 out the window, take some time to connect with the natural world and you will likely feel much better! How will you be celebrating World Wellbeing Week? Let us know in the comments below! 👇 #wellbeing #nature #WorldWellbeingWeek #mentalhealth #naturalworld #environment

What does self care actually mean? Self care is an individual thing. Many of us may think it’s purely about the exercise we love or having an evening on Netflix or else a nice holiday. These all definitely have their place, however there may be some key elements to think about adding in: ⭐️Time spend in positive relationships ⭐️Doing something that quietly absorbs your brain where you lose track of time (“flow state”). This could be sewing, gardening, cooking, an instrument etc. ⭐️Activities that give a sense of achievement. Some of these elements can actually happen within the workplace. For more ideas, google Seligman’s PERMA model of well being. Becoming intentional about creating regular pockets of wellbeing is the place to start? What really gives you a sense of wellbeing? #wellbeing #medicine #nhs

As December begins, the Wellness Council of Wisconsin's team and board members shared their plans for the rest of the year to help us achieve a balance between work and life. This time of year can be hectic with planning for the new year, client/member needs, and end-of-year deadlines. It can also be stressful with holiday preparations, concerts, family gatherings, gift-giving, children's activities, travel, and celebrating traditions. We encourage you to take a moment and reflect on your journey this December to welcome the new year in alignment with your well-being goals. Several team members have shared their intentions, including: - Setting healthy boundaries and being more present with family. - Saying "no" more often to preserve boundaries. - Saying "yes" to self-care and prioritizing their needs. - Focusing on healthy habits and avoiding anything that could derail well-being. - Staying present in the moment and being mindful of memories. - Being more present by shutting down the computer and not checking emails on the phone. - Focusing on self-care while caring for aging parents and traveling. - Being more thoughtful in planning and prioritizing enjoying the holiday season. We share our intentions with you to encourage you to do the same and to find harmony between work and family this holiday season. What are your intentions to close this year and begin the new year with purpose? #worklifeharmony #setyourintentions #mindfulness #meetingmoments #mindfulminute #wcwi #employeewellbeing #worklifewellness #wellbeingatwork #beintentional #worklifebalance #prioritizewellbeing #selfcare #holidaystress #manageholidaystress #purposedrivenlife

Everyone talks about wellbeing at work. How about wellbeing at home? For yourself? We think about ourselves last but shouldn't. Wellbeing should be as present at home as it's (or should be!) in the workplace. We're coming to the end of our 2023 season at Home Farm Glamping, and have loved seeing kids and grown ups playing, laughing and just being with each other in nature, without the usual associations and attachments of everyday life. We often hear about the healing power of nature, but you may be surprised to see some of the remarkable results from research conducted over a 5-year period as part of The Wildlife Trusts 30 Days Wild. Miles Richardson at the University of Derby surveyed 1,000 participants, measuring their connection to nature, health, happiness and the extent to which they engaged in pro-nature behaviours. The findings revealed: 🚶♀️The daily activity made people significantly happier, particularly those who started with a relatively weak connection to nature. 👩⚕️ The challenge boosted the health of participants by an average of 30%. 💚 Increases in people’s health and happiness were still felt two months after the challenge was over. 🌳 The more connected to nature people feel, the more they will do something to help to protect it – behaviours that benefit wildlife, habitats and communities. Getting out in nature can be good for us physically too. Being in green spaces can lower the stress hormone cortisol and nature’s calming effect can also reduce blood pressure and heart rate. Moreover, exercising in the wild, whether a family walk, bike ride or run can improve muscle tone and overall fitness levels too. These all feel like very simple things we can all do, but so often get overlooked during the whirlwind of our daily lives. Once in a while, if you can, switch off (completely!) and surround yourself in nature. If you're in London, you can easily access the great outdoors at Home Farm by tube or train. And the best thing is that we still availability this month (12th, 13th, 14th, 17th, 20th, 21st, 22nd and 28th September). Stay for a night or more, there are no restrictions. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/e8ArUvhP #wellbeing #wellnessretreat #wellbeingmatters #wellbeingathome #wellbeingatwork

Navigating the Holidays Mindfully: Prioritizing Well-being The holiday season brings joy AND challenges, particularly regarding maintaining our well-being. Ever feel the pressure for 'just one more cookie'? Or perhaps you're tempted by an extra glass of wine? Maybe you're trying to fit one more event into your (already jam-packed) schedule. Balancing the festivities with self-care can be a delicate task. That's why our latest video delves into crafting a 'Holiday Care Plan'! 🌐 Watch the full video on our blog for practical tips and insights on maintaining balance this season! And remember: Awareness + Intention = Well-being! Connect with yourself, understand your needs, and approach the holidays with a plan that prioritizes YOU. Ready to share your 'Holiday Care Plan' tips or discuss your wellness goals? Drop a comment or send us a DM! Let's make this season genuinely joyful and balanced together! #HolidayWellness #WellnessAtWork #HealthyHolidays #WinterWellness #WellnessCoaching #HolidaySelfCare

The Rael Thymes Wellness Blog is starting Weekend Wellness Posts starting this weekend! This will be a great time to remind readers to practice wellness during some downtime and how they can practice wellness during their weekly routine. I know everyone is busy. We tend to have a LITTLE BIT of time on the weekends compared to the weekdays for some of us. Some of us are busy building our dream lives on the weekends. Writing. Making crafts. Hosting events. Attending college courses. Creating music. Building a house into a home with DIY projects. Some of us are busy with families. Caring for parents. Spending time with kids and participating in their activities. Some of us are going on adventures. Visiting a new town, state or country. Going for hikes in nature. Some of us are simply decompressing from the stress of the work-week. For some occupations, we don’t get weekends off. Healthcare and emergencies never sleep. 👮 🏥 🚒 No matter what we are doing. Let’s take some time for wellness. 🫶 #wellnesswriter #wellnessblogger #weekendwellness #raelthymes #wellnesslifestyle

I have been doing a lot of reflection over the last few weeks and it’s becoming increasingly evident to me that our collective wellbeing is at stake. Current wellbeing strategies often appear to resemble the slow-moving boat like the one I had the pleasure of experiencing over the weekend, drifting aimlessly without a sense of direction. Whilst a slow-moving boat may evoke a sense of tranquility and beauty for a while, there comes a point when its lack of direction becomes problematic. Similarly, in the context of a wellbeing strategy, there may be moments of calm and stability, but without a clear destination, it risks leaving its passengers uncertain and adrift. This is why I love what we do at WeTalkWellbeing - we bring a nuanced understanding of wellbeing as it applies to the range of wellbeing facets and it’s link to resilience using data and evidence based methods. #resilience #datadriveninsights #wellbeing

🏡 Embracing the Work-From-Home Lifestyle with My Furry Companions 🐾 Hello everyone! 👋 As a Holistic Health Coach who loves to travel and is passionate about wellness, I make sure when I am away travelling I love to stay with friends who also have pets – I really miss working from home with my two adorable chow dogs by my side. 🐶🐶 But when I am travelling I have the next best thing... being loved on by my friends fury pets. This is Buddy, he just LOVES the sunshine and LOVES being close to me, especially while I am working at the kitchen table here in Colorado. PS Just check out that view from my workspace. There's something truly special about having your furry friends as your homies. They bring joy, comfort, and a unique sense of balance and humor to our daily routine. 🌟 🌿 From a holistic perspective, here's how our furry homies enhance our work-at-home time: 1️⃣ Stress Relief: Research shows spending time with pets can reduce stress levels. Their presence alone has a calming effect that can boost productivity. 2️⃣ Regular Breaks: Taking short breaks to play or go for a walk with my dogs keeps me active and helps prevent burnout during long work hours. 3️⃣ Mindful Moments: Dogs have a way of grounding us in the present moment. Their simple joys can remind us to take a deep breath and appreciate the here and now. 4️⃣ Social Interaction: Working from home can sometimes feel isolating, but our animals provide constant companionship and a reason to step away from the screen. 5️⃣ Health Benefits: Caring for pets encourages healthy routines, like regular walks and maintaining a consistent schedule – all of which contribute to a holistic, well-rounded lifestyle. So, whether you have dogs, cats, or any other furry friends, lean into the positive impact they have on your work-at-home journey. Share your own experiences in the comments below, and let's continue to explore the holistic ways in which our pets enrich our lives. 🌈 #WorkFromHomeWithPets #HolisticLiving #FurryCoWorkers #WellnessJourney #ChowDogLove #HealthyLifestyle #HolisticHealthCoach #DōTERRAWellness #HanoiLife #doterraIndia #doterraDubai #doterraVietnam

Embrace Winter Wellness with the Future Care Group! ❄️ As the winter chill sets in, let's prioritise the well-being of our seniors with some thoughtful tips to ensure they stay warm, cosy, and content. 1. 🏡 Layer Up: Encourage residents and loved ones at home to dress in comfortable layers. Soft, warm fabrics like fleece can provide added insulation, especially during colder days. 2. ☕ Warm Beverages: There's nothing like a hot cup of tea, cocoa, or soup to bring warmth and comfort. Encourage regular sips throughout the day to stay hydrated and cosy. 3. 🌞 Natural Light: Beat the winter blues by maximising exposure to natural light. Open curtains during the day to let in sunlight, creating a bright and uplifting atmosphere. 4. 🚪 Draft-Free Spaces: Ensure that windows and doors are properly sealed to prevent drafts. Draft excluders can be useful to maintain a comfortable and consistent indoor temperature. 5. 👵 Friendly Visits: Loneliness can intensify during the winter months. Whether in care or at home, prioritise regular visits, or virtual calls to foster social connections. A friendly face and warm conversation can make a world of difference. 6. 🎁 Cosy Activities: Engage in indoor activities that bring joy and warmth. From crafting and reading to enjoying a favourite movie, providing a variety of cosy activities enhances overall well-being. 7. 🌟 Winter Decor: Spruce up living spaces with winter-themed decor. This adds a festive touch, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Together, let's make winter a season of warmth and well-being for our cherished seniors! Share your own winter wellness tips and let's create a community of support. ❄️💙 #WinterWellness #SeniorCare #StayWarmStayHappy #WinterComfort #CaringForSeniors #WellnessJourney #CosyWinter #CommunityCaring #ElderlyCare